Nebraska Women’s Basketball to Host Illinois in Key Conference Matchup
The Nebraska women’s basketball team is set to face off against Illinois on Saturday, January 24, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, in a game anticipated to be a significant contest within the Big Ten Conference.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 1 p.m. and organizers are aiming to fill Pinnacle Bank Arena, building on a history of strong fan support. Last season saw a split series between the two teams, with Nebraska securing a 74-70 victory over Illinois in the conference tournament on March 6, following a 77-68 loss on February 16 in Champaign. Both teams are projected to compete for a spot in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, raising the stakes of this early-season matchup.
Nebraska consistently ranks among the top 25 nationally in women’s basketball home attendance, a tradition spanning 15 consecutive years. The program drew nearly 10,000 fans for a game against No. 12 Ohio State last season and broke its attendance record with 15,042 attendees during a February 11, 2024 victory over No. 2 Iowa – a testament to the growing popularity of the program and women’s college basketball. You can find more information about the evolving landscape of college athletics at NCAA.com.
Tickets for the upcoming season are available through the Nebraska Athletic Ticket Office at Huskers.com, with single-game tickets becoming available on Tuesday, October 14. This game is particularly important as it could impact seeding in the conference tournament and NCAA Tournament bids.
Officials stated that ticket sales are expected to be brisk, and fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to secure their seats for what promises to be an exciting game.
