The Eastern Kentucky University women's basketball team is set to make history as they host No. 1 seed Utah in the first round of the Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament (WBIT) on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. ET. This marks EKU's inaugural appearance in the WBIT, coming off a strong season where they won the Atlantic Sun Conference Regular Season Championship. Tickets start at $15, with free admission for EKU students. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN+ or through the Colonel All-Access page.

By the Numbers
  • EKU finished the season with a record of 24-8, including a 15-3 conference record.
  • Utah holds a 19-12 overall record with a 10-8 mark in the Big 12 Conference.
State of Play
  • EKU has achieved its first conference title since joining the ASUN and first since 2005.
  • Senior guard Lani White of Utah is the team's leading scorer at 15.8 points per game.
What's Next

If EKU wins against Utah on Thursday, they will advance to face the winner of the Harvard vs. Navy matchup on Sunday, March 22.

Bottom Line

EKU's historic achievement in reaching the WBIT and their strong season presents a key opportunity to elevate the program, making this matchup against Utah a pivotal moment in their sporting journey.