The Drake women look to maintain sole possession of the Missouri Valley lead at home on Thursday night against Belmont. The Bulldogs are 5-0 in the Valley and coach Allison Pohlman likes the progress her team is making. Belmont is 4-1 and part of a three way tie for second in the Valley.

A key for Drake has been the play of senior guard Katie Dinnebier. The reigning Valley player of the year leads the conference in scoring, assists and steals.