The University of Florida’s women’s basketball program has announced its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, a 14‑game lineup that blends home‑court excitement with road adventures.
The season will open on Monday, November 2, 2026, when the Gators host Bucknell at the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, marking the first step of a campaign that includes ten games on their own floor.
Ten of the fourteen contests will be played in Gainesville, giving the team a strong home‑court advantage as they face a slate that features seven games against in‑state opponents.
In‑state rivals such as Central Florida, South Florida and Florida Atlantic are slated for November dates, while the Gators will also welcome North Florida and Florida A&M later in the month.
Battle 4 Atlantis: A Thanksgiving Test
A highlight of the non‑conference stretch is the Thanksgiving trip to the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament, where Florida will meet Davidson, Notre Dame and West Virginia.
The event, scheduled for late November, will test the Gators against a diverse set of opponents before they turn their attention to the SEC slate, whose full schedule and tip‑off times will be released later.
New Faces on the Roster
Head Coach Tammi Reiss, in her inaugural season with the program, will rely on a revamped roster that includes four transfers who made significant impacts at their previous schools.
The newcomers — Kiyomi McMiller, Moriah Murray, Vanessa Harris and Ja'Niya Broome — bring a mix of scoring prowess, three‑point shooting and defensive versatility that could reshape the team’s dynamics.
McMiller, who posted a career‑high 40 points last season, is expected to anchor the offense, while Murray’s consistent three‑point shooting and Harris’s experience as an Atlantic 10 Sixth Woman of the Year add depth.
Broome, the NSJCAA leader in three‑point makes, brings a high‑volume scoring threat that could stretch defenses and open driving lanes for the Gators.
With a blend of home‑court familiarity, challenging road tests and a roster bolstered by proven talent, the 2026‑27 schedule sets the stage for a promising campaign under Coach Reiss.