A Schedule Packed with Redemption Opportunities
The Maryland Terrapins finished the 2025‑26 campaign in the lower tier of the Big Ten, posting a 4‑16 conference record and ending the season with a loss to Iowa. The result left the program looking for a fresh start as it prepares for the upcoming 2026‑27 slate.
Fortunately for Maryland, the new schedule is peppered with opportunities to reverse earlier defeats. The Terrapins will meet Indiana, Michigan State and Rutgers multiple times, giving the team a chance to avenge the losses that contributed to its second‑to‑last finish.
The non‑conference portion also travels westward, with matchups against Washington and Oregon on the horizon. Notably, Oregon was the last opponent the Terrapins defeated in the 2025‑26 tournament, a memory that could fuel a renewed push.
While the road ahead remains demanding, the increased number of rematches against familiar foes provides a clear pathway for the Terrapins to climb the conference standings. The coaching staff and players are expected to lean on that schedule as they aim to reshape the program’s trajectory.