Phoenix Showcase Sets Stage
USC's women's basketball team is entering the 2026‑27 campaign with a roster that blends returning standouts and highly touted recruits, positioning the Trojans as a contender for a deep postseason run.
The centerpiece of the schedule will be the inaugural Scripps Sports Women's Basketball Showcase in Phoenix, where the Trojans will square off against Miami on December 16 at the Mortgage Matchup Center, a game slated for 6:30 p.m. Pacific time, or 7:30 p.m. local time.
Adding to the excitement, the showcase will feature a doubleheader, with UCLA taking on Duke at 4:00 p.m. Pacific time, or 5:00 p.m. local time, giving fans a back‑to‑back slate of top‑tier matchups.
Head coach Lindsay Gottlieb expressed enthusiasm about the event, noting that the exposure and competition will help the team fine‑tune its identity before the regular season begins.
All games will be played in an NBA‑ and WNBA‑grade arena in Phoenix, a state‑of‑the‑art facility that promises a premium experience for players and spectators alike.
The showcase not only highlights the growing prominence of women's college basketball but also underscores USC's commitment to providing its athletes with elite competition and national visibility.