UConn’s women’s basketball program has unveiled its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, a slate that blends early‑season exhibitions with a series of high‑profile neutral‑site contests.
A schedule built for competition
The Huskies will open the season on November 2 against Cornell before welcoming three exhibition opponents — Syracuse, Texas and Army — over the following weeks. Each of those games is designed to fine‑tune the roster ahead of a demanding stretch that begins in late November.
Four of the neutral‑site matchups pit UConn against teams that finished the previous season ranked among the nation’s top 25. The marquee contests include a showdown with No. 3 South Carolina at the Mohegan Sun on November 24, a clash with No. 8 Duke at TD Garden in Boston on November 28, a meeting with No. 15 Maryland at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on December 5, and a participation in the espnW Invitational against No. 5 LSU on December 20.
The remainder of the non‑conference slate features opponents from the Big Ten, SEC and ACC, reflecting a deliberate effort to test the team against a variety of playing styles. In total, the schedule includes four Big Ten programs, three SEC schools and three ACC institutions, many of which earned top‑25 NET rankings last season.
Season tickets for the home venues — Gampel Pavilion and PeoplesBank Arena — are now on sale, giving fans the opportunity to follow the team through its ambitious early‑season road trip.
Looking ahead
With a roster that has already attracted attention for its depth and experience, UConn’s coaching staff views the upcoming schedule as a crucial stepping stone toward another championship run. The blend of home‑court familiarity and challenging away environments is intended to sharpen the team’s resilience before conference play begins.