Mizzou Women's Basketball Set to Participate in WBCA Showcase: The Buzz

 The Women's Basketball Coaches Association and Disney jointly announced that Missouri women's basketball will take on Washington State at 2 p.m. Nov. 23 in the WBCA Showcase at Walt Disney World Resort.

Missouri will be one of eight teams competing at the showcase, which will be held from Nov. 20-23. Joining the Tigers will be Baylor, Central Missouri, Davidson, Iowa, Miami, Washington State and West Florida.

"This tournament continues to feature top-tier women's programs and adds to the legacy of major events hosted at ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World," President & CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission Jason Siegel said in a press release. "We look forward to welcoming the student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and families to our community for what is sure to be an incredibly positive experience."

The Tigers struggled in the 2024-2025 season, finishing with a 14-18 record. They finished 3-13 in conference play. On the other hand, Washington State assembled a 21-14 record (14-6 against West Coast Conference Opponents).

Missouri will be coached by former Tennessee head coach Kellie Harper, who was hired in March. Harper and the Tigers will face the Cougars for the first time in program history.

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