[2] Emporia State was a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association.

[3] In the previous season, the Lady Hornets finished third in regular conference play,[4] won the MIAA Basketball Tournament for the fourth consecutive year,[5] and advanced to their fifth straight NCAA Sweet 16,[6] which they lost to in-state rival, Pittsburg State.

[7] The Lady Hornets were chosen as the favorite to win in the MIAA Preseason Coaches Poll.

[8] On November 1, 2016, the Women's Basketball Coaches Association released their preseason poll with Emporia State as the fourth ranked team.

[9] Jory Collins Kiel UnruhDayon Hall (GA) Roster Last update: November 1, 2016 The Lady Hornets basketball games are broadcast on KFFX-FM, Mix 104.9.