DES MOINES, Iowa – Drake women's basketball has finalized its non-conference schedule ahead of the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Bulldogs are set for an opening exhibition game prior to nine contests outside of Missouri Valley Conference play.
Drake's initial exhibition match will take place on Oct. 29 in the Knapp Center as the Bulldogs host Dakota Wesleyan.
The Dogs' regular season slate will then start on Nov. 3 with a road trip to Eastern Illinois. The month will continue with a trio of regional rivalries as Creighton (Nov. 9) and Iowa State (Nov. 20) visit Des Moines and Drake will travel to Iowa City for a date with the Hawkeyes (Nov.