A New Era for LMU Women's Basketball
The Loyola Marymount University women's basketball program capped a historic 2026 season by capturing the West Coast Conference regular‑season title, finishing with a 21‑10 overall record and a 15‑3 mark in conference play. Head coach Aarika Hughes was honored as the conference's Coach of the Year, underscoring the team's rapid ascent under her leadership.
A Competitive Schedule Looms
The upcoming 2026‑27 campaign will see the Lions host a slate of opponents that includes the newly admitted WCC members Denver, Pacific, Pepperdine, Portland, Saint Mary's, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Seattle U. Each matchup promises fresh storylines, and the team is eager to test its depth against a diversified field of rivals.
Season tickets for the 2026‑27 season are now on sale, with packages starting at less than $6 per game. Ticket holders enjoy premium seating locations, priority access to postseason tickets, and a host of other benefits designed to enhance the game‑day experience.
Current faculty, staff, and students can attend all regular‑season home games at no cost by presenting a valid OneCard, fostering a strong campus‑community connection. As the program looks ahead, the combination of on‑court success, strategic scheduling, and affordable fan engagement signals a bright future for LMU women's basketball.
Beyond the hardwood, the program emphasizes academic excellence and community service, reinforcing LMU's broader mission of developing well‑rounded leaders. With a solid foundation built on recent triumphs, the team is poised to maintain momentum and aim for deeper postseason runs in the years to come.