KU Women's Basketball Advances in Big 12 Tournament

Jayhawks defeat Colorado in conference tournament matchup

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The University of Kansas women's basketball team defeated the University of Colorado in a Big 12 Conference tournament game, moving on to the next round of the postseason competition.

Why it matters

The Jayhawks' tournament win is an important step in their quest to capture the Big 12 championship and secure a high seed in the upcoming NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament.

The details

In the matchup, the Kansas women's basketball team defeated their Colorado counterparts, earning a spot in the next round of the Big 12 Conference tournament. The Jayhawks utilized a balanced scoring attack and strong defensive effort to secure the victory.

  • The game was played on March 6, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri.

The players

Brandon Schneider

The head coach of the University of Kansas women's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really proud of the way our team competed today. They showed a lot of heart and determination to get this tournament win.”

— Brandon Schneider, Head Coach, University of Kansas Women's Basketball (wn.com)

What’s next

The Jayhawks will now advance to the next round of the Big 12 Conference tournament, where they will face the winner of the matchup between Baylor and Texas Tech.

The takeaway

The University of Kansas women's basketball team has demonstrated their competitiveness and resilience by securing a tournament win, positioning them well for a potential conference championship and NCAA Tournament berth.