UTEP hosts Jacksonville State after McDaniel's big game

The Miners look to build on their star player's 21-point performance.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

The UTEP Miners will host the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in a Conference USA matchup following a 21-point game from UTEP's leading scorer, Jamal McDaniel. The Miners are 12-13 overall and 4-10 in conference play, while the Gamecocks are 12-14 and 7-8 in CUSA.

Why it matters

This game is an important conference matchup for both teams as they look to improve their records and positioning in the CUSA standings. McDaniel's strong performance in the Miners' last game provides hope that UTEP can build momentum and get a much-needed conference win at home.

The details

UTEP is led by junior guard Jamal McDaniel, who is averaging 18.2 points per game this season. In the Miners' last outing, McDaniel scored 21 points to pace the team. Jacksonville State is paced by senior forward Tyrone Jackson, who is averaging 15.3 points and 6.8 rebounds per contest.

  • The game will take place on February 25, 2026.

The players

Jamal McDaniel

A junior guard for the UTEP Miners who is the team's leading scorer, averaging 18.2 points per game.

Tyrone Jackson

A senior forward for the Jacksonville State Gamecocks who is averaging 15.3 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.

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The takeaway

This game represents an opportunity for UTEP to build on the strong performance of their star player, Jamal McDaniel, and pick up an important conference win at home against a Jacksonville State team that has struggled in CUSA play this season.