IRVINE, Calif. (Interstat) — The struggling Wichita State women’s basketball team seeks to halt a five-game skid Friday when it visits UC Irvine at the Bren Events Center.

The Shockers (1-5) have not won since their season opener, coming off a 60-55 home loss to Cal State Bakersfield on Saturday. Abby Cater led Wichita State in that contest with 11 points and five rebounds.

UC Irvine (4-2) enters with momentum, having won its last two games. The Anteaters defeated Saint Thomas (Minn.) 63-55 on Saturday behind a 20-point performance from Jada Wynn. Hunter Hernandez added 15 points and three assists.

The matchup pits Wichita State’s challenging non-conference schedule against a UC Irvine squad that has found success at home, winning all three of its games in Irvine this season. The Shockers will continue their California trip against Idaho on Saturday, while the Anteaters will host Colgate.