Iowa State Women's Basketball Defeats Eastern Illinois

No. 18 Iowa State women's basketball team defeated Eastern Illinois 87-55 in Ames, improving their all-time record against the Panthers to 4-0. The Cyclones led from the start, with standout performances from sophomore Audi Crooks, who scored a game-high 30 points and went 6-for-6 from the free-throw line, showcasing significant improvement from their previous game. Eastern Illinois managed to cut the lead to 38-29 by halftime, but Iowa State maintained control in the second half, highlighted by their effective shooting, hitting over 53% from the field. The Panthers' Macy McGlone led her team with 14 points before fouling out, marking a significant achievement as she climbed in the all-time scoring rankings at EIU. In a separate game, Illinois State also achieved a solid victory over Chicago State, winning 79-52, with Elyce Knudsen leading with 15 points. Both teams are set to continue their seasons with upcoming matches.