NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State women's basketball began the 2018-19 season on Sunday, Sept. 30, with its first official practice of the season. The team stepped foot onto Doug Collins Court at Redbird Arena to pursue a two-hour morning workout.
The Redbirds bring back four starters and two key returners, while welcoming six newcomers in the 2018-19. Illinois State was tabbed in the top 75 by Preferred Athlete Scouting Services following their announcement of the 2018-19 recruiting class. The team was ranked first out of Missouri Valley Conference schools, and 13th overall.
Returning starters from the 2017-18 season include Paige Saylor, Katrina Beck, Viria Livingston and Megan Talbot.