[3][4] In 1992, Missouri State as an 8-seed became the lowest women's seed at the time to make the Final Four.

The Lady Bears went to the Final Four in St. Louis after winning the West Region Missouri State defeated Toledo 89–71, Rutgers 60–53, Duke 81–71, and Washington 104–87.

The Bears made one appearance in the AIAW National Division II basketball tournament, with a combined record of 0–1.

Missouri State has retired 4 numbers, which now hang in the rafters of the Lady Bear's home, Great Southern Bank Arena.

Additionally, former head coach, Cheryl Burnett was honored with a retired jersey in recognition of her leadership of the Lady Bear's program.