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UCLA Clips Gamecocks Wings to Win First NCAA Women’s Title
UCLA won its first NCAA women's basketball championship Sunday, routing South Carolina 79-51. Gabriela Jaquez led with 21 points and 10 rebounds as Cori Close claimed the title in her 15th season with the Bruins in Phoenix.
UCLA Outlasts Texas in Defensive Final Four Battle to Reach National Championship
UCLA defeated Texas 51-44 in the 2026 Final Four behind a dominant performance from Lauren Betts, advancing to the national championship game.
Dawn Wins: South Carolina Ends UConn's Perfect Season 62-48 in 2026 Women's Final Four
South Carolina snapped UConn's 54-game win streak 62-48 in the 2026 Women's Final Four, avenging last year's championship loss. Ta'Niya Latson led the Gamecocks with 16 points and 11 rebounds as Dawn Staley's defensive masterclass silenced the Huskies in Phoenix.
NCAA Women’s Final Four Legacy Project Celebrates Transformation of Washington Activity Center
The NCAA and Dove celebrate the transformation of Phoenix’s Washington Activity Center as part of the 2026 Women’s Final Four Legacy Project.
Arizona Students Shine at Read to the Final Four Championship Celebration
Mary C. O’Brien Elementary School wins Arizona’s Read to the Final Four challenge as students log over 21.4 million minutes read ahead of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Final Four in Phoenix.
Texas Crushes Michigan 77-41 to Reach Final Four: 2026 NCAA Women's Elite 8 Recap
No. 1 Texas dominated No. 2 Michigan 77-41 in the 2026 NCAA Women's Elite 8 at Dickies Arena. Madison Booker's 19 points and Rori Harmon's near triple-double sent the Longhorns to the Final Four in Phoenix.
Geno's Magic Never Fades: UConn Outlasts Notre Dame 70-52 to Reach the Final Four Again
Sarah Strong, Blanca Quinonez, and a 32-point bench performance powered No. 1 UConn past Notre Dame 70-52 in the 2026 Elite 8 at Dickies Arena — sending the Huskies to their 25th consecutive Final Four appearance.
Hook 'Em: Texas Runs Away From Kentucky 76-54 to Punch Elite 8 Ticket in Fort Worth
SEC Champion Texas dismantled Kentucky 76-54 in the 2026 NCAA Women's Sweet 16 at Dickies Arena behind Jordan Lee's 18 points and a suffocating defense that held the Wildcats scoreless for long stretches en route to the Elite 8.
Michigan Defeats Louisville to Advance to Elite 8 in Fort Worth: NCAA Sweet 16
No. 2 Michigan overpowered Louisville 71-52 in the 2026 NCAA Women's Sweet 16 at Dickies Arena, advancing to the Elite 8 for the first time in program history behind Olivia Olson's 19 points and a dominant second half.
NCAA Sweet 16: No. 1 UConn Dominates UNC 63-42 to Advance to Elite 8 in Fort Worth
Defending national champion UConn dismantled North Carolina 63-42 in the 2026 NCAA Women's Sweet 16 at Dickies Arena. Sarah Strong led the Huskies with 21 points and 10 rebounds as UConn advances to the Elite 8.
NCAA Sweet 16: Notre Dame Edges Vanderbilt 67-64 Behind Hannah Hidalgo's Historic Day
Hannah Hidalgo posted 31 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 steals to lead No. 3 Notre Dame past No. 2 Vanderbilt 67-64 in the 2026 NCAA Women's Sweet 16 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, advancing to the Elite 8.
Texas and Arkansas Capture SEC Tournament Titles Ahead of NCAA Tournament
Texas won the SEC women’s basketball tournament while Arkansas captured the men’s title, securing automatic bids to the NCAA Tournament.
SWAC Championships Send Southern Women and Prairie View A&M Men to March Madness
Southern University’s women and Prairie View A&M’s men captured the 2026 SWAC basketball championships, securing automatic bids to the NCAA Tournament.
Duke Wins Back-to-Back ACC Tournament Championships With Victory Over Virginia
Duke captured its second consecutive ACC Tournament title after defeating Virginia in the championship game in Charlotte.
Howard Men and Women Sweep MEAC Championships, Earn NCAA Tournament Berths
Howard University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams both captured the 2026 MEAC Tournament titles, sending the Bison to the NCAA Tournament.
Clemson’s ACC Tournament Run Ends Against Duke in Semifinal Showdown
Duke defeated Clemson in the 2026 ACC Tournament semifinal behind a dominant performance from Cameron Boozer, ending the Tigers’ run one game short of the championship.
Clemson Beats UNC 80-79 to Advance to 2026 ACC Semifinals vs. No. 1 Duke
No. 5 Clemson survived a furious UNC comeback to win 80-79 in the 2026 ACC Tournament quarterfinals. The Tigers now face No. 1 Duke Friday night in Charlotte — and the NCAA Tournament picture is crystal clear.
2026 ACC Women's Basketball Championship: Duke Defeats Louisville 70-65 in OT to Win 10th Title
Duke defeats Louisville 70-65 in overtime to win the 2026 ACC Women's Basketball Championship — their 10th title. Taina Mair, Delaney Thomas, and Riley Nelson led the Blue Devils past a relentless Cardinals squad at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA.
Miles Wins Third Straight SIAC Women’s Basketball Championship, Defeats Lane 59–52
Miles defeats Lane 59–52 to win the 2026 SIAC Women’s Basketball Championship, securing a third straight conference title and a spot in the NCAA Division II Tournament.
Clemson Rallies Past Georgia Tech 79–76 to Close Regular Season
Clemson men’s basketball rallies past Georgia Tech 79–76 on March 7, 2026, at Littlejohn Coliseum as Butta Johnson and Nick Davidson lead the Tigers to a 22-9 regular season finish.