With the 2024-2025 season on the horizon, the Lady Bears will look to leave the Missouri Valley Conference full steam ahead before joining Conference USA on July 1, 2025.
Here’s a look at who their competition is going to be this year.
Drake (29-6, 19-1 in MVC)
The 2023-24 season for the Drake University Bulldogs women’s basketball team was strong and showcased the team’s skill and depth under head coach Allison Pohlman. They performed well in the MVC, where they consistently maintained a winning record.
Drake finished the season with a solid run and had several high-stakes games, including wins over competitive non-conference opponents like St.