WINFIELD, Kan. - The Southwestern College Lady Builders will open their 2024-25 Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference schedule on Saturday, Nov. 16, against the McPherson College Bulldogs. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. in McPherson, Kansas.

Southwestern (0-2) will look to bounce back from a tough start to the season. After falling to Cottey College (65-52) and Southwestern Christian (77-60), the Lady Builders will aim to improve their shooting efficiency, having struggled with a field goal percentage of just 28.9% through the first two games. Despite the slow start, they have shown promise from beyond the arc, averaging 6 made three-pointers per game.

McPherson (0-4) will also be seeking their first win of the season. The Bulldogs have faced a tough slate to start the year, losing their first four games, including a 61-71 defeat to Waldorf University in their last outing. McPherson has struggled with turnovers, averaging 22 per game, but they have been solid on the boards, holding a +3.3 rebound margin over their opponents.

Southwestern will rely on the leadership of senior guard Christy Wiebe, who has averaged 12 points per game, along with Kennedy Ford, who has shown scoring potential with 12 points in the team's last game. McPherson counters with Laura Guillamat-Ribo, who has been a bright spot for the Bulldogs, leading the team with 14.3 points per game.

Both teams will look to settle into their conference schedule with a win, and this matchup is crucial for early momentum in the KCAC.