The Kansas State women's basketball team will square off against Creighton in the fourth edition of the Bill Snyder Women's Basketball Classic, scheduled for December 12 at 5 p.m. at Civic Arena in St. Joseph, Missouri. The matchup marks a continuation of a tradition that celebrates mid‑west college basketball excellence.
Event Sets Stage for a Showdown
Tickets for the game will become available to the general public in mid‑July, with a special presale reserved for those who purchased tickets to previous editions. The event is organized in partnership with the St. Joseph Sports Commission, which has helped cement the arena’s reputation as a hub for regional sports.
Kansas State enters the contest riding a 19‑win season in 2025‑26 and has secured five straight postseason appearances, the latest a victory in the opening round of the Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament. Head coach Jeff Mittie, a former Hall of Fame MoWest mentor, will guide the squad as they look to extend their momentum.
Kansas State's Momentum
Creighton, meanwhile, finished the same season with 16 wins and a second‑round showing in the Big East Tournament. The Bluejays have also enjoyed four consecutive NCAA Tournament berths prior to last year and even advanced to the Elite Eight in the 2021‑22 campaign, underscoring the program’s consistent growth.
The Bill Snyder Classic honors the legacy of Bill Snyder, a pioneering figure in Kansas basketball whose influence stretches beyond the state’s borders. The tournament’s organizers say the event is designed to showcase emerging talent and foster community engagement in the sport.
Fans can expect a competitive game that pits two programs with contrasting styles against each other, promising an early‑season barometer for both teams as they prepare for the rigors of conference play. With the excitement building, the upcoming clash is already being circled on calendars across the region.