The Big Ten has released the full slate of opponents for the University of Southern California's women's basketball team for the 2026‑27 season, confirming an 18‑game conference schedule that blends home and road challenges.
Season Opener in Las Vegas
The campaign will tip off on November 2 in Las Vegas, where the Trojans meet UNLV in a neutral‑site showdown that promises a high‑energy start to the year.
Back on campus, USC will enjoy nine home dates at the Galen Center, hosting traditional rivals such as Illinois, Northwestern, Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, Penn State, Minnesota and Nebraska.
Road Warriors
The Trojans will hit the road to face Indiana, Purdue, Iowa, Wisconsin, Maryland, Rutgers, Washington and Oregon, testing their mettle against a varied slate of opponents.
A particular highlight comes when the team travels to Westwood for a home‑and‑away series with crosstown rival UCLA, meeting once at Galen Center and again at Pauley Pavilion.
Head coach Lindsay Gottlieb, now in her second season, will lean on returning veterans and a recruiting class that includes the nation's top prospect, Juju Watkins, whose presence has already reshaped expectations for the program.
With a deep roster and a schedule that balances marquee matchups and developmental games, the Trojans are setting their sights on a first Final Four appearance since 1986, a milestone that would cement the program's resurgence.
Looking Forward
As the non‑conference season unfolds and the team gels, the early schedule serves as both a proving ground and a statement of intent, signaling that USC is poised to compete at the highest level of women's college basketball.