The Tigers are currently eighth in the MIAA standings with a conference record of 9-8. FHSU can finish no better than 11-8 in conference play. The Tigers could still finish anywhere between fifth and ninth in the MIAA standings going into their final two games. Seeds 5 through 8 will host opening round tournament games on Monday against seeds 9 through 12.
Seeing Scenarios…
The Tigers would lock up a first-round home game by going 2-0 this week, but would have to get help if they go 1-1. Washburn is currently ninth in the MIAA standings at 9-9 and has just one game remaining, hosting Pittsburg State on Saturday in Topeka. If the Tigers go at least 1-1 on the week and Washburn loses, the Tigers would still lock up an opening round home game. There are other possible ties that could happen at 10-9 in the conference should FHSU go 1-1 and Washburn win as well, so the picture is not completely clear until games take place on Wednesday and Thursday.
If the Tigers go 0-2, the result of the Washburn game would not matter and the Tigers would go on the road for the opening round due to the tie-breaking process, which the Tigers do not have an advantage head-to-head with Washburn.
Ticket Information for Opening Round Home Game Monday — Should Fort Hays State host.
-Tickets will be available for season ticket holders starting at 8 am to 4:30 pm in the FHSU Athletics Office.
-Gates open at 6 pm for the public
-Ticket Prices: $12 Lower Level (should it be available), $8 Upper Level, $5 K-12 Youth Ticket, FHSU Students FREE with Student ID
-Tickets are not available online
-VIP Parking Lot will run like normal
Check fhsuathletics.com on Sunday to find out if the Tigers are hosting an opening round game in the MIAA Tournament.