Morning In The Valley

Is there reason to be worried about Illinois State's men? We wrap up our preseason previews with the Indiana State and Evansville women, plus Bradley's men get a 2026 commit


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October 31, 2025 — In today’s episode, we’ll look back at a mixed bag of Wednesday’s exhibition results, including Illinois State’s men getting blown out at Northwestern (2:50).

Other topics we discuss:

* Indiana State women’s season preview with Sycamore radio voice John Sherman (13:37)

* Evansville women’s season preview (29:17)

* Belmont’s Bart Brooks and Murray State’s Rechelle Turner named to preseason watch for mid-major coach of the year (37:55)

* Bradley’s men get a 2026 commitment (39:50)

* Indiana State's men announce apparel sponsorship deal (41:25)

* Schools will be required to giver injury reports in the 2026 NCAA Tournament (43:59)

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Morning In The ValleyBy Jeff Bidwell