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Illinois Fighting Illini Womens Basketball vs. Northwestern Wildcats Womens Basketball

Name: Illinois Fighting Illini Womens Basketball vs. Northwestern Wildcats Womens Basketball
Start: 2026-01-18T14:00:00+0000
Location: State Farm Center

January 18, 2026 2:00 pm

State Farm Center
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820

Witness the fierce rivalry between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Northwestern Wildcats as their women's basketball teams face off at the historic State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

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Why We Like It

This matchup between two Big Ten Conference powerhouses promises an intense and competitive game.
Cheer on the Fighting Illini as they defend their home court and look to extend their winning streak.
Experience the electric atmosphere of college basketball in the recently renovated State Farm Center.

Who Should Attend

College basketball fans, especially those passionate about the Big Ten Conference, will enjoy this thrilling matchup between two talented women's basketball programs.

In the Spotlight

Illinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball

The women's basketball team for the University of Illinois, a perennial contender in the Big Ten Conference known for their tenacious defense and up-tempo offense.

Northwestern Wildcats Women's Basketball

The women's basketball team for Northwestern University, a Big Ten rival of the Fighting Illini known for their skilled players and strategic coaching.

About the Venue

State Farm Center

A modern, state-of-the-art arena in Champaign, Illinois that has been the home of the Fighting Illini basketball teams for over 50 years, offering excellent sightlines and an energetic game-day experience for fans.