March Madness 2026: Women's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Tip Times, TV Channels, Results

Check out the complete schedule for the NCAA Women's Tournament, including locations, tip times, and television information for every game.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 4:49am

The 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is underway, with the Sweet 16 matchups set to take place in Fort Worth, Texas and Sacramento, California. The tournament features top seeds like UConn, UCLA, Texas, and South Carolina. This article provides the full schedule, including tip times and TV channels, for the Sweet 16 games as well as updates on the results.

Why it matters

The NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is one of the most anticipated events in college sports, showcasing the top talent in the women's game. This year's tournament features several powerhouse programs and exciting matchups that will determine who advances to the Elite Eight and ultimately the Final Four and national championship.

The details

The Sweet 16 games will be played on March 24 in the Fort Worth 1 and 3 Regions, as well as the Sacramento 2 and 4 Regions. The top seeds in each region include UConn, UCLA, Texas, and South Carolina. Some of the notable Sweet 16 matchups include No. 1 UConn vs. No. 4 North Carolina, No. 1 UCLA vs. No. 4 Minnesota, and No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 4 Oklahoma.

  • The Sweet 16 games will be played on March 24, 2026.
  • The Final Four and national championship will be held in Phoenix at the Mortgage Matchup Center.

The players

UConn Huskies

The UConn Huskies are the No. 1 overall seed in the Fort Worth 1 Region and are one of the top women's basketball programs in the country.

UCLA Bruins

The UCLA Bruins are the No. 1 seed in the Sacramento 2 Region and have been a consistent contender in the NCAA Tournament in recent years.

Texas Longhorns

The Texas Longhorns are the No. 1 seed in the Fort Worth 3 Region and are looking to make a deep run in the tournament.

South Carolina Gamecocks

The South Carolina Gamecocks are the No. 1 seed in the Sacramento 4 Region and are the defending national champions.

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What’s next

The winners of the Sweet 16 games will advance to the Elite Eight, which will be held on March 26 in Fort Worth and Sacramento. The Final Four and national championship game will take place on April 4-6 in Phoenix.

The takeaway

This year's NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is shaping up to be an exciting and competitive event, with several top programs vying for the national championship. The Sweet 16 matchups will feature some of the best teams and players in the country, setting the stage for an thrilling conclusion to the tournament.