The United Athletic Conference announced the 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule on Wednesday, outlining a 16‑game conference slate for each of its nine member institutions. The release sets the stage for a season that blends early road challenges with a series of home fixtures across the western and southern United States.
UT Arlington's campaign begins on January 6, 2026, when the Mavericks travel to face Abilene Christian to open conference play. A brief pause follows on January 9, after which the team heads to Central Arkansas on January 13 before visiting Little Rock on January 16.
The early road stretch continues with a trip to Tarleton State on January 20, then a home game against Austin Peay on January 23. The Mavericks host West Georgia on January 27 and North Alabama on January 30, rounding out a busy January that mixes travel and homecourt advantage.
February brings a mix of away and home contests, starting with a visit to Eastern Kentucky on February 3 and a return trip to Austin Peay on February 6. A second bye week arrives on February 20, providing a short respite before the team travels to West Georgia on February 24 and then to North Alabama on February 27.
The schedule concludes the regular season with a home doubleheader against Little Rock on March 6, setting the stage for the conference tournament that will determine the league champion.
Tournament outlook
The 2027 United Athletic Conference Basketball Tournament is slated for March 10‑14 in Allen, Texas. The event will gather all nine institutions in a single venue, offering a condensed showcase of the season's top performers and a final opportunity for teams to stake their claim before the NCAA tournament.
With a full slate of conference battles and a marquee tournament on the horizon, the Mavericks are poised for a competitive season. Fans can look forward to a series of high‑stakes matchups that will test the team's depth and resilience across the region.