Full Road Schedule
Road Trip Highlights
Lincoln — Pinnacle Bank Arena
Lincoln offers a Sea of Red, Memorial Stadium's sellout streak, and genuine Midwest hospitality. The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Pinnacle Bank Arena on Sat, Nov 7 to face the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Chicago — Jones Convocation Center
Chicago offers legendary sports history, deep-dish pizza, and stunning lakefront views. The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Jones Convocation Center on Tue, Nov 24 to face the Chicago State Cougars.
Manhattan — Bramlage Coliseum
Manhattan offers the Little Apple, Wildcat pride, and a welcoming college football atmosphere. The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Bramlage Coliseum on Tue, Dec 8 to face the Kansas State Wildcats.
Omaha — Baxter Arena
The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Baxter Arena on Mon, Nov 9 to face the Omaha Mavericks.
Valparaiso — Athletics-Recreation Center
The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Athletics-Recreation Center on Wed, Dec 2 to face the Valparaiso Beacons.
Peoria — Renaissance Coliseum
The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit Renaissance Coliseum on Sat, Dec 5 to face the Bradley Braves.
Champaign — State Farm Center
The Western Illinois Leathernecks visit State Farm Center on Fri, Dec 18 to face the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many away games do the Western Illinois Leathernecks play in 2026?
The Western Illinois Leathernecks play 7 away games in the 2026 season, visiting 7 different cities.
What is the Western Illinois Leathernecks's longest road trip in 2026?
The longest road trip is 3 games over 8 days, visiting Valparaiso, Peoria, Manhattan.
What is the Western Illinois Leathernecks's toughest road game in 2026?
The marquee road game is on Sat, Nov 7 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln against the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
What is the first away game of the 2026 season for the Western Illinois Leathernecks?
The first away game is on Sat, Nov 7 at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln against the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Other OVC away schedules
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