Brown basketball aims for Ivy Madness despite low preseason expectations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Brown women's basketball is entering the 2026-27 season seeking to build on last year's Ivy Madness appearance. The team finished fifth in the Ivy League preseason poll, following the graduation of four top scorers. Coach Monique LeBlanc emphasizes a commitment to competing for a championship and maximizing player potential. The Bears open their season on November 2 against Siena, looking to improve on their 16-11 overall record from last year.
- •Brown aims for a stronger 2026-27 season after reaching Ivy Madness last year.
- •The Bears were picked fifth in the Ivy League preseason poll.
- •Brown graduated four of its top five scorers, creating challenges for the roster.
- •Coach Monique LeBlanc focuses on building competitive depth within the team.
- •The season opener is scheduled for November 2 against Siena.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Coaches picked Brown outside Ivy Madness. Can Bears prove them wrong?
"Brown is trying to prove last season’s Ivy Madness return wasn’t a one-time breakthrough despite major roster losses and low preseason expectations.
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