The chasing pack closes in.

Samford ended Chattanooga's 10-match unbeaten streak, Furman survived a late penalty against UNCG, and Tennessee Tech continued its remarkable turnaround with a third consecutive victory. Mercer finally broke its conference scoring drought, while Western Carolina returned to winning ways in Lexington. With ETSU idle, the race for the regular-season championship has tightened considerably.

ETSU visits UNCG on Sunday, Furman hosts Chattanooga, and Samford welcomes Tennessee Tech. Western Carolina has the day off after its win at VMI.