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App State opens its 2026-27 women’s basketball season Monday at Eastern Michigan in the MAC-SBC Challenge. The Mountaineers bring back six players and add seven newcomers as they look to improve on last season’s 11-19 record, with preseason All-Sun Belt first-team selection Daisia Mitchell leading the returners. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+.

By the Numbers
  • App State went 11-19 overall and 4-14 in Sun Belt play last season.
  • The Mountaineers allowed 61.5 points per game and held opponents to 28.1% shooting from 3-point range.
  • Mitchell averaged 10.5 points and 3.9 rebounds per game last season.
  • Eastern Michigan finished 13-16 overall and 6-12 in the MAC.
Yes, But

App State’s defensive performance offers a foundation to build on, but last season’s record and 14th-place conference finish show the challenge ahead. The Mountaineers also face an unfamiliar opponent: Monday marks the teams’ first meeting.

What's Next

After the season opener, App State hosts Montreat College in its home opener, then begins a four-game road stretch with a game at Davidson before the Greenbrier Tip-Off.

Bottom Line

App State starts the season with a revamped roster and a defensive base; how quickly its newcomers mesh with the returning core could shape its push for a stronger campaign.