James Madison Wins Sun Belt Women's Basketball Championship

Dukes defeat Troy 69-52 for second conference title in four years

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The James Madison women's basketball team defeated Troy 69-52 to win the Sun Belt Conference tournament championship. This is the Dukes' second Sun Belt title in the last four years.

Why it matters

The Sun Belt Conference tournament championship is a significant accomplishment for the James Madison women's basketball program, as it secures an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament.

The details

James Madison led wire-to-wire in the championship game, dominating Troy from start to finish. The Dukes' defense was stifling, holding the Trojans to just 52 points.

  • The game was played on March 9, 2026.

The players

James Madison Women's Basketball Team

The James Madison Dukes are the athletic teams of James Madison University, a public research university in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Troy Women's Basketball Team

The Troy Trojans are the athletic teams of Troy University, a public university in Troy, Alabama.

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What’s next

The James Madison women's basketball team will now await their seeding and opponent for the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament.

The takeaway

James Madison's dominant performance in the Sun Belt Conference tournament championship showcases the strength of their women's basketball program and their ability to compete at the highest level of NCAA Division I competition.