ETTRICK, Va.- The Virginia State University men's basketball team is set to take on the University of Charleston Golden Eagles on November 17 in Charleston, WV at 7:30 p.m.

The Trojans currently have a 1-1 overall record after opening their season at home with the Trojan Tip-Off Classic. The Golden Eagles are also 1-1 on the season after participating in the MEC-CIAA Tip-Off for their season opener.

Under the leadership of head coach Lonnie Blow, Jr., the Trojans look to grow as a team and compete at a very high level.

The Virginia State Department of Athletics annual 1,000 cans, 1 goal campaign initiative is underway. The canned food items collected will be donated to the local food banks. The Department encourages all fans, alumni, faculty and friends to bring a canned food item to all of the home basketball games this season.

For more information on VSU Trojans men's basketball, follow Trojans Athletics on Twitter @VSUsports, or call 804-524-5030.