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The Gamecocks have announced their full 2026‑27 conference schedule, featuring high‑profile home‑and‑away series, a New Year’s Eve opener against Alabama and a string of road tests that include trips to Texas, Oklahoma and Mississippi.
The Tar Heels will open the season abroad against Oklahoma in Paris, host South Carolina in Charlotte, and navigate a demanding slate that includes the WBCA Challenge in Orlando and the SEC/ACC Challenge at home.
Rising junior point guard Maddy McDaniel has taken a leave of absence to prioritize her mental health, prompting coach Dawn Staley to reaffirm the program's support and outline the roster challenges ahead of the 2026‑27 season opener in Paris.