NSU Seeks Series Win Over UAFS in Rematch

Northeastern State hosts Arkansas-Fort Smith in MIAA matchup

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:57pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a college baseball game, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the team colors of Northeastern State and Arkansas-Fort Smith.The Riverhawks and Lions face off in a crucial MIAA matchup, with both teams seeking to gain ground in the conference standings.Tahlequah Today

Northeastern State will host Arkansas-Fort Smith on Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Rousey Field, seeking an MIAA series win over the Lions in their second meeting of the season.

Why it matters

The Riverhawks are looking to bounce back after their previous matchup with UAFS, as they aim to improve their conference record and position themselves for a strong finish to the season.

The details

Northeastern State and Arkansas-Fort Smith previously faced off earlier this season, with the Lions coming away victorious. The Riverhawks will be looking to even the season series and secure a crucial MIAA win on their home field.

  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, March 30, 2026 at 3 p.m.

The players

Northeastern State Riverhawks

The NCAA Division II athletic program representing Northeastern State University, located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Arkansas-Fort Smith Lions

The NCAA Division II athletic program representing the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, located in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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The takeaway

This matchup between Northeastern State and Arkansas-Fort Smith represents an important conference game for both teams as they look to improve their MIAA standings and position themselves for a strong finish to the season.