Georgia Women's Basketball Cracks Top 25 in Coaches Poll

Lady Bulldogs ranked for first time since 2022 season

Jan. 27, 2026 at 2:07pm

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The Georgia women's basketball team has cracked the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll, coming in at No. 25 in the latest rankings. This marks the first time the Lady Bulldogs have been ranked since the 2022 season. Georgia has won three straight games, including victories over ranked opponents Ole Miss and Kentucky.

Why it matters

Georgia's return to the national rankings is a significant milestone for the program, as they look to build on their recent success and make a push for the NCAA Tournament. The Lady Bulldogs' strong performance against top competition has put them on the map as a team to watch in the SEC.

The details

Georgia (18-3, 4-3 SEC) earned its ranking on the back of a three-game winning streak that included victories over No. 17 Ole Miss and No. 18 Kentucky. The Lady Bulldogs will look to continue their momentum on Thursday, January 29th when they host No. 22 Alabama.

  • Georgia last appeared in the coaches poll during the 2022 season.
  • The Lady Bulldogs defeated No. 17 Ole Miss and No. 18 Kentucky in their last two games.
  • Georgia will host No. 22 Alabama on January 29th at 6:30 PM ET.

The players

Georgia Women's Basketball Team

The Georgia women's basketball team, also known as the Lady Bulldogs, is a Division I program that competes in the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

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What’s next

The Lady Bulldogs will look to continue their strong play and solidify their ranking when they host No. 22 Alabama on January 29th.

The takeaway

Georgia's return to the national rankings is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and coaching staff. The Lady Bulldogs' success this season has put them on the map as a team to watch in the SEC and potentially the NCAA Tournament.