Ball State women's basketball prepares for 2026-27 season opener against Arkansas State

Ball State women's basketball is preparing to start its 2026-27 season at home against Arkansas State on November 2. The Cardinals finished the previous season with a 26-7 record after reaching the semifinals of the Mid-American Conference tournament. Head coach Brady Sallee returns for his 15th season, leading a team with six returning players from last year, including standout Tessa Towers. The team will face strong competition in the nonconference schedule, playing four Power 4 opponents and creating expectations for early assessments of the squad’s capabilities before conference play.

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