Monday, February 9
Charleston, S.C.
8:00 PM
College of Charleston
vs
UNCW
Cougars Host Seahawks in Key Conference Battle on CBS Sports Network
2/8/2026 1:47:00 PM | Men's Basketball
CHARLESTON, S.C. - The College of Charleston men's basketball team (16-8, 9-2) hosts UNCW (19-4, 8-2) in a key CAA battle on Monday, February 9 for the first of two meetings with the Seahawks this season. Action is set for 8:00 p.m. at TD Arena. The winner of Monday's contest will earn sole possession of first place in the league standings entering the final month of conference play.
STORYLINES
GAME DAY REMINDERS
In order to sell and/or serve an alcoholic beverage in TD Arena, the following requirements apply:
As fans enter the main entrance of TD Arena on November 3, they will see new walk-through magnetometers, or metal detectors. In addition to the existing Clear Bag and prohibited items policy at TD Arena, the magnetometers are a new added security feature to enhance the safety of our fans.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
STORYLINES
- Charleston is 18-23 all-time against the Seahawks. The teams last met in last season's CAA Semifinals in Washington, D.C. where the Seahawks narrowly escaped with the 68-67 victory.
- The Cougars are coming off 78-62 victory over North Carolina A&T on Thursday night in Charleston. The win was the Cougars largest margin of victory in a CAA win this season and marked Chris Mack's 40th win in two seasons at Charleston. Mack's program is 5-0 is league games decided by five points or less.
- Christian Reeves and Jlynn Counter led Charleston with 16 points each vs. the Aggies. Reeves added six rebounds while going 7-9 from the field while Counter dished out six assists to add to his league leading total. Graduate student Connor Hickman added a career-high six steals in the win.
- Jlynn Counter earned last week's CAA Player of the Week honor after averaging 25.0 ppg, 6.5 rpg and 8.0 apg in the Cougars' 2-0 week at Hofstra and Northeastern. The graduate guard posted back-to-back double-doubles, the second and third of his career. It was his third conference weekly award of the season.
- Charleston continues to be one of the top teams in the nation in getting to the free throw line, ranking 33rd in attempts per game (24.9) and 35th in makes per game (18.3). The Cougars also rank 35th in the country in defensive rebounds per game (27.25).
- Individually, Chol Machot ranks fifth in the nation in total blocks (62) and eighth in blocks per game (2.58).
- The entire Cougar starting lineup of Counter, Hickman, Martin Kalu, Colby Duggan, and Reeves is currently averaging double-figure points per game.
- All fans are encouraged to wear white to support the Cougars on Monday night! Additionally, every fan in attendance will receive a limited edition Charleston t-shirt at their seat.
- Doors will open 1.5 hours prior to tip-off.
- Concession stands will open when doors open, and the Cougar Spirit Shop will open one hour prior to tip-off.
- Add your tickets to your Apple Wallet or Google Pay App prior to arriving at TD Arena for the smoothest entry experience.
- Don't forget the College of Charleston has implemented a Clear Bag Policy for athletics events. CLICK HERE to read the policy.
- An ADA drop-off lane is provided in the right-hand lane traveling along Meeting Street next to TD Arena.
In order to sell and/or serve an alcoholic beverage in TD Arena, the following requirements apply:
- Moving forward, a valid ID is required to be scanned/swiped for each transaction.
- Vertical IDs will not be accepted at sales locations regardless of the individual's age.
- All ID checks will be handled directly by our Aramark concession partners at each stand. EPI staff will no longer check ID's or provide wristbands.
- No more than two (2) alcoholic beverages may be sold or served per transaction.
As fans enter the main entrance of TD Arena on November 3, they will see new walk-through magnetometers, or metal detectors. In addition to the existing Clear Bag and prohibited items policy at TD Arena, the magnetometers are a new added security feature to enhance the safety of our fans.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Fans will enter TD Arena at the Meeting Street entrance.
- Once inside, fans will be asked to take their belongings out of their pockets and place them in a bin. This includes phone, wallet, keys, etc.
- If you bring a bag compliant with the Clear Bag policy, your items can be placed in the bag.
- EPI security staff will provide guidance on when to walk through the magnetometer and assist in retrieving your belongings after you clear through the magnetometer.
- Finally, approach the pedestal ticket scanners at the base of the stairs, scan your tickets, and cheer on the Cougars!
- Monday's contest will air live on CBS Sports Network with Dave Ryan and Dalen Cuff on the call. As always, fans can listen on the Varsity App with the Voice of the Cougars Everett German and Danny Johnson on the call.
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