Overview
The Western Illinois Leathernecks play at Western Hall in Macomb, competing in the Ohio Valley Conference. The Leathernecks bring OVC basketball to western Illinois. WIU's purple and gold colors and unique Leatherneck nickname create a distinctive identity.
History & Legacy
Western Illinois has competed in multiple conferences before joining the Ohio Valley Conference. The Leathernecks continue to build their basketball program and compete for OVC relevance.
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ConferenceOhio Valley
Championships
School Founded1899