Big Blue Ready to Rise as 2026-27 Season Tips Off

Decatur, IL— Millikin University Women’s Basketball 2026-2027 season is underway with the Big Blue soon taking the stage with the mindset of improving on last season. Off a 9-16 overall record, falling in conference play, the Big Blue are on a mission to grow their identities on and off the court to work toward the top six in the Collegiate Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin by tournament time. Returner junior Nikkel Johnson, 2nd Team All-CCIW, who is also a part of the Millikin Volleyball program, will play a critical role in the paint this season. She was the leading scorer…