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Gonzaga women's basketball anticipates strong 2026-27 season with returning players

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

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Summary

Gonzaga women's basketball coach Lisa Fortier highlighted the team's depth and experience ahead of the 2026-27 season. With four starters returning and a core of nine players who saw significant time last season, Fortier expects a more cohesive unit. The Bulldogs, coming off a 24-10 record, look to build on their NCAA Tournament performance. Emphasis will be placed on improving rebounding and defense while maintaining a high shooting percentage from long range. Preseason practice will begin soon, focusing on the roles of new transfers and a freshman on the roster.

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By the Numbers

•Gonzaga returns four starters and nine experienced players for 2026-27.
•The team finished last season with a 24-10 record.
•Gonzaga led the nation in three-point shooting percentage at 39.2%.
•Fortier emphasizes improvements in defense and rebounding.
•Preseason practice will soon begin, focusing on new roster roles.

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2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Loaded with depth, experience, Gonzaga women can focus on little things: 'Possibilities ... are vast.'

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Aug. 6—Editor's note: This is the fourth story in a multi-part series examining the offseason for the Gonzaga women's basketball program. The Gonzaga women's basketball team is two months away from measuring how much offseason individual improvement has taken place. GU coach Lisa Fortier anticipates a much more cohesive and versatile team than a year ago. "We have the pieces in each position ...
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