Memphis Women's Basketball Unveils 2026 Schedule
The University of Memphis announced that its women's basketball team will host two of the nation's most competitive programs next season, welcoming Alabama and TCU to the FedExForum. Both teams earned NCAA Tournament berths in 2026, setting the stage for high‑profile matchups that could define the Tigers' campaign.
For Memphis, the schedule represents more than just a slate of games; it is a test of where the program stands after a long drought. The Tigers have not appeared in the NCAA Tournament since 1998, a gap that new head coach Hana Haden is eager to close.
A Coach With a Proven Track Record
Hana Haden arrives from Georgia Southern, where she guided the Eagles to a Sun Belt Conference regular‑season title in 2026. Her experience and recent success have raised expectations that she can translate that winning culture to Memphis.
In a recent statement, Haden said she is determined to achieve success with the Tigers and is focused on building a competitive identity that can contend against elite opponents.
The non‑conference slate also includes road tests at Ole Miss, Middle Tennessee State, Little Rock and Louisiana, giving the team additional opportunities to prove itself before conference play.
Opponents’ Recent Performances
TCU entered the 2026 season with a 32‑6 record and advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, underscoring the difficulty of the matchup scheduled for December 3.
Alabama, meanwhile, finished the previous season at 24‑11 and reached the Round of 32, bringing a strong résumé to the November 12 contest.
Memphis will also face Ole Miss, Middle Tennessee State, Little Rock and Louisiana, each of which brings its own competitive edge to the schedule.
The upcoming season thus positions the Tigers against a mix of power‑conference teams and high‑performing mid‑major programs, a combination that could accelerate the program’s development under Haden’s leadership.