The Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) has unveiled its 2026‑27 women’s basketball schedule, a 10‑week campaign that will see each of the league’s 13 members contest 18 conference games. The format sticks to a Friday‑Sunday rhythm for most weeks, with the final stretch switching to a Thursday‑Saturday pattern to accommodate the championship week.
Opening Week: A New Year’s Day Showdown
League play bursts onto the calendar on New Year’s Day, with twelve of the thirteen schools taking the court. The marquee matchup pits longtime HBCU rivals Hampton against North Carolina A&T, a game that promises added intensity as both programs look to stake an early claim.
Defending champion Charleston, now under first‑year head coach Amanda Butler, opens its conference slate on Sunday, January 3, hosting Monmouth. The same day, Hofstra and Stony Brook renew a rivalry that has produced some of the most memorable moments in recent CAA history.
A week later, on Friday, January 8, Campbell, coached by Ali Jaques in his inaugural season, travels to face perennial contender Drexel. Meanwhile, Elon welcomes 2025 champion William & Mary to its home arena, setting up another early test for the newcomers.
Championship Week in the Nation’s Capital
The regular season will wrap up with the 2027 CAA Women’s Basketball Championship, scheduled for March 10‑14 at the CareFirst Arena in Washington, D.C. The event will bring together all thirteen teams in a single‑site tournament, continuing a recent trend in which seven different schools have captured the title over the past eight years.
All games will be streamed on FloCollege, with select contests also airing on local linear television affiliates, ensuring broad visibility for the league’s growing talent pool.
With new coaches, fresh rivalries and a championship venue that draws national attention, the 2026‑27 CAA schedule promises a competitive and entertaining season for fans and players alike.