The Atlantic Coast Conference and the Southeastern Conference, together with ESPN, have unveiled the slate of games that will define the 2026 SEC/ACC Women’s Basketball Challenge.
At the center of the announcement is a December 3 showdown in Blacksburg, where Virginia Tech will open its home court to the Tennessee Lady Vols, a team that currently holds an 8‑4 edge in the all‑time series.
The two programs last met in the 2023 NCAA Tournament, a game that saw the Hokies pull off a 73‑64 victory, a result that has fueled a four‑win stretch in the last five encounters.
Virginia Tech’s recent triumph over Florida in the 2025 Challenge added another chapter, marking the second time the Hokies have captured a Challenge title and underscoring the program’s rising momentum.
What makes the 2025 edition especially notable is the double‑header achievement: both the Hokies’ men’s and women’s squads recorded wins over SEC opponents, a feat shared by only one other institution that year.
A Milestone for the Hokies
For Virginia Tech, the upcoming games represent more than just conference bragging rights; they are a platform for showcasing the program’s growth and for attracting recruits who want to be part of a winning culture.
Fans in North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee and beyond are already marking their calendars, eager to see how the Hokies will extend their recent dominance.