Fairview Heights, Ill. – The Wichita State bowling team is set to compete for the third weekend in a row as the Shockers travel to the Bearcat Invitational hosted by McKendree University.

Wichita State is coming off an outstanding weekend at the Bulldog Classic, as the Shockers went 9-1 in team play and knocked off top-seeded Vanderbilt in the championship match to win the tournament title. Sara Duque Jimenez led the Shockers with a strong individual performance, averaging 228.20 and earning tournament MVP honors.

The Shockers will join a 12-team field this weekend with five baker matches scheduled for Friday followed by five traditional matches on Saturday. Sunday will feature one more baker match followed by a modified bracket competition to determine the champion.

Nebraska, Jacksonville State, Valparaiso, Western Illinois and Wright State are among the teams the Shockers will compete against throughout the weekend.

Fans are encouraged to follow @GoShockersBOWL on social media for live updates throughout the event.
 
Wichita State Bearcat Invitational Friday Schedule (Baker Matches)
Match 1: Wichita State vs. Central Missouri
Match 2: Wichita State vs. Valparaiso
Match 3: Wichita State vs. Newman
Match 4: Wichita State vs. Wright State
Match 5: Wichita State vs. Aurora
 
Wichita State Bearcat Invitational Saturday Schedule (Traditional Matches)
Match 1: Wichita State vs. Valparaiso
Match 2: Wichita State vs. McKendree
Match 3: Wichita State vs. Jacksonville State
Match 4: Wichita State vs. Quincy
Match 5: Wichita State vs. Nebraska