RICHMOND, Ky. (Interstat) — A surging Eastern Kentucky squad looks to continue its dominant run through the ASUN Conference when it hosts Central Arkansas in a women’s basketball matchup on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, at McBrayer Arena. The Lady Colonels (21-4, 11-1 ASUN) enter on a nine-game winning streak and sit atop the conference standings. They previously defeated the Bears 64-54 on the road on Jan. 10. Eastern Kentucky is led by standout guard Joseana Vaz, who is coming off a career-high 33-point performance in a 67-60 win over Austin Peay on Feb. 7. Vaz has scored in double figures in six consecutive games, averaging 17.2 points during that stretch. Central Arkansas (14-10, 7-5) arrives with momentum of its own, having won three straight games, including a 59-48 victory over North Alabama on Monday. The Bears are anchored by guard Bree Stephens, who has been a consistent two-way contributor. Over her last five games, Stephens is averaging 12.0 points, 3.2 assists and 1.8 blocks per contest. The game presents a stark contrast in conference positioning. Eastern Kentucky has been nearly flawless since the calendar turned to 2026, with its only league loss coming in early January. Central Arkansas has been inconsistent in ASUN play, alternating wins and losses over its past eight conference games, but its recent streak suggests improved form. Defense will be a key factor for the visiting Bears, who have held opponents to an average of 47.7 points during their three-game win streak. They will face a potent Eastern Kentucky offense that has scored 70 or more points in 14 games this season. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST. The game will be a critical test for Central Arkansas’s resurgence and an opportunity for Eastern Kentucky to solidify its hold on first place as the regular season enters its final weeks.