West Central Reporter

Western Illinois University has announced that season tickets for the 2025-26 men's and women's basketball teams are now available. The announcement comes as both teams prepare for their upcoming Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) schedules.

The women's basketball team will return most of its roster after a strong performance in last season's OVC Tournament and the Women's National Invitation Tournament (WNIT). The men's team enters the new season with a largely new lineup. Both squads will compete in an 18-game OVC schedule, which includes rivalry games against Eastern Illinois. Conference play is set to begin on December 18, with Western Illinois opening on the road at Lindenwood.

Season ticket sales follow a specific timeline. From July 31 to October 14, previous season ticket holders have exclusive access to purchase tickets. Starting August 7, tickets become available to the general public.

Combo tickets covering both men's and women's basketball are offered at an early bird price of $200 for reserved seating and $165 for general admission from July 31 through August 30. After September 1, reserved combo tickets increase to $250 while general admission remains at $165.

Single-team ticket options are also available. Reserved seats for men's basketball cost $170 for the public and $115 for faculty or staff, while general admission is priced at $115 and $60 respectively. For women's basketball only, reserved seats are set at $160 for the public and $105 for faculty or staff; general admission costs are $105 and $55 respectively.

Rocky's Kids Club memberships are open to fans aged 12 and under at a price of $25 for the year. Membership benefits include free entry to all regular-season home football and basketball games, an exclusive t-shirt, birthday acknowledgments, and invitations to special events.

Tickets can be purchased online at GoLeathernecks.com/Tickets, by phone via the WIU Ticket Office at (309) 298-1190, or in person at Western Hall.

"The Women's team returns nearly its entire roster after making an impressive run in the OVC Tournament and the WNIT, while the Men's team brings a promising, brand-new squad full of potential," according to information provided by Western Illinois University Athletics.

"The full 2025-26 OVC schedule, including tip-off times and promotional dates, will be available soon at GoLeathernecks.com and on the WIU Athletic Marketing Instagram page," stated university officials.

"Whether you're a longtime season ticket holder or a first-time fan, now is the perfect time to back the Leathernecks as they chase an OVC title. Don't miss a moment of the action—lock in your season tickets today!" encouraged WIU Athletics representatives.

For more details about Leatherneck Basketball updates throughout the season, fans can visit GoLeathernecks.com or follow official accounts on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook.