Averett hosts Methodist University for its USA South Conference home-opener on Wednesday.
Averett (2-13, 0-2 USA South) has lost three in a row, with its most recent defeat am 85-52 loss at Greensboro College on Saturday. Methodist (4-9, 0-1 USA South) is also coming off a loss, a 79-56 decision at home to Ferrum College on Saturday.
Since the 1977-78 season, Averett holds a 37-34 advantage in its series with Methodist. The Cougars have won six in a row against the Monarchs and 12 out of the last 13 (dating back to the 2005-06 season). Averett is 23-16 against Methodist in games played at home.
