New Missouri women’s basketball coach Kellie Harper’s first team in Columbia has been predicted to finish 13th in the SEC in the preseason media poll.

The poll is voted on by a panel of national and SEC media members. No Mizzou players were named to the preseason all-conference team.

Harper was hired by Mizzou in March, replacing long-time head coach Robin Pingeton.

Missouri parted ways with Pingeton, who now coaches Wisconsin, after the Tigers failed to reach the NCAA Tournament for a sixth straight season in the 2024-25 campaign.

The Tigers’ first season under Harper will begin Nov. 3 at Mizzou Arena, where the Tigers will take on Central Arkansas. Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now.

Reigning SEC champion South Carolina was picked to win the confe

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