Photo Gallery (by Sandy King)

The Panthers women's basketball team completed their first exhibition game of the 2025-2026 season. EIU beat Illinois Wesleyan 60-54.  

Eastern Illinois was led by three double-digit scorers. Junior guard Ava Stoller scored 13 points and recorded 4 assists. Stoller was joined by two redshirt juniors. Ella Lune produced 10 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 blocks. Meioshe Mason contributed 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists.  

EIU finished with a 36-29 advantage on the glass.  Ava Bardic led IWU with 13 points as the Titans.

EIU will play at UIC for an exhibition next Tuesday before hosting Drake on Nov. 3 for the season opener at Groniger Arena.