Truman State Women's Basketball gears up for their final regular-season games, facing Southwest Baptist and Drury while striving to secure a spot in the Great Lakes Valley Conference postseason tournament. The Bulldogs must raise their standing from 13th to 8th in the points rating system to qualify for the tournament, with their recent impressive performance at home boosting their morale. Graduate senior Ellie Weltha has been leading the team's scoring, ranking fourth in all-time scoring and second in rebounds. The team faces tough competition from Southwest Baptist and Drury, with the former still holding a higher PRS rating and the latter aiming for the regular season title.

By the Numbers
  • Truman State Women's Basketball team has a 4-16 conference play record
  • Ellie Weltha has scored over 20 points in her last three games and ranks fourth in all-time scoring
  • Truman State averaged over 93 points in their two recent home games
  • The Bulldogs are at 13th place with a 2.50 PRS rating, needing to reach 3.20 to secure a tournament spot
State of Play
  • Truman State Women's Basketball team faces an uphill task of climbing the PRS rankings to make it to the postseason tournament
  • Graduate senior Ellie Weltha has been a pivotal player, ranking fourth in all-time scoring and second in rebounds
  • Upcoming matches against tough opponents Southwest Baptist and Drury will be crucial for the team's postseason aspirations
Bottom Line

Truman State Women's Basketball faces a critical final weekend of the regular season, racing to improve their PRS ranking and secure a spot in the conference postseason tournament.