Key dates and matchups in 2026-27 women's college basketball season

The 2026-27 women's college basketball season is underway, highlighted by intense matchups among the nation's top teams. Key games include South Carolina facing Texas and Vanderbilt in the SEC and Michigan's challenges against USC and UCLA in the Big Ten. With the NCAA tournament expanding from 68 to 76 teams, the selection process will be more competitive, adding pressure in matchups throughout the season. The tournament will begin on March 17, concluding with the national title game on April 4 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Fans should monitor teams like South Carolina, UConn, UCLA, USC, Texas, and Michigan as they compete against each other before the postseason.

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