A New Chapter for Texas Women's Basketball
The University of Texas women's basketball program is set to headline a groundbreaking series that will bring together some of the nation's most competitive teams under one banner. Wild Horse Sports Management will launch the inaugural Lone Star Series in November 2026, featuring games at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth against Ohio State, TCU and Utah State.
The initiative, dubbed LS2 | Lone Star Series, seeks to elevate women's college basketball by pairing in‑state rivalries with marquee national matchups, giving fans a concentrated dose of high‑stakes competition in a single venue.
Texas arrives with momentum built on a 35‑4 record in the 2025‑26 season, a SEC Tournament championship and a third straight No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, marking the program's most successful stretch since the late 1980s.
Head coach Vic Schaefer emphasized that the schedule is designed to test his squad against elite opponents outside the conference slate, a move he believes will sharpen depth and prepare the team for the rigors of March.
Fans can look forward to a weekend of excitement in Fort Worth, where the first two contests — Texas versus Ohio State on November 22 and Texas versus TCU on December 6 — will be played at Dickies Arena, providing a central hub for supporters from across the state.
Beyond the court, the series reflects a broader commitment to growing the visibility of women's sports, with the Longhorns poised to inspire the next generation of athletes across Texas and beyond.