LSU Women's Basketball Seeks 6th Straight March Madness Win

Tigers face Jacksonville in opening round as a No. 2 seed under coach Kim Mulkey

Mar. 16, 2026 at 1:11am

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The LSU women's basketball team is set to make its fifth straight appearance in the NCAA Women's March Madness tournament, this time as a No. 2 seed. Head coach Kim Mulkey has led the Tigers to five consecutive first-round victories, including a 23-point win last year. LSU will face off against Jacksonville in the opening round next week.

Why it matters

LSU's consistent March Madness appearances and first-round success under Mulkey's leadership have elevated the program's national profile and positioned the Tigers as a perennial contender. A win over Jacksonville would extend LSU's tournament streak and keep the team on track for a deep postseason run.

The details

The Tigers earned a No. 2 seed in the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament after posting another strong regular season under Mulkey. LSU has won its last five opening-round games by an average margin of 17 points. The team will look to continue that momentum against a Jacksonville squad making its first March Madness appearance in program history.

  • The 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament begins next week.
  • LSU and Jacksonville will face off in the opening round on March 22.

The players

Kim Mulkey

The head coach of the LSU women's basketball team, guiding the Tigers to five straight NCAA Tournament appearances and first-round victories.

Jacksonville Women's Basketball Team

The Dolphins are making their first-ever appearance in the NCAA Women's March Madness tournament.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to be back in the tournament and have the opportunity to make a deep run. The team has worked hard all season and is ready for the challenge ahead.”

— Kim Mulkey, Head Coach, LSU Women's Basketball (Daily Advertiser)

What’s next

The winner of the LSU-Jacksonville matchup will advance to face the winner of the Oregon-Gonzaga game in the second round of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.

The takeaway

LSU's consistent success under coach Kim Mulkey has made the Tigers a perennial contender in the NCAA Women's March Madness tournament. The team's experience and talent give them a strong chance to advance deep into the postseason once again.