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Coretta Scott King Classic

Name: Coretta Scott King Classic
Start: 2026-01-19T12:00:00+0000
Location: Prudential Center

January 19, 2026 12:00 pm

Prudential Center
25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ 07102

Experience an exciting day of women's college basketball at the Coretta Scott King Classic at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The doubleheader features four top-tier NCAA Division I programs competing in two highly anticipated matchups.

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Why We Like It

See the TCU Horned Frogs and Ohio State Buckeyes battle it out in the first game of the day.
The Vanderbilt Commodores and Michigan Wolverines will face off in the second game of the doubleheader.
Celebrate the legacy of Coretta Scott King, a renowned civil rights activist, at this special basketball event.

Who Should Attend

College basketball fans, sports enthusiasts, and those interested in supporting women's athletics and honoring the civil rights movement will all enjoy this event.

In the Spotlight

TCU Horned Frogs Women's Basketball

The TCU Horned Frogs are a Division I women's basketball team competing in the Big 12 Conference.

Ohio State Buckeyes Women's Basketball

The Ohio State Buckeyes are a Division I women's basketball team competing in the Big Ten Conference.

Vanderbilt Commodores Women's Basketball

The Vanderbilt Commodores are a Division I women's basketball team competing in the SEC Conference.

Michigan Wolverines Women's Basketball

The Michigan Wolverines are a Division I women's basketball team competing in the Big Ten Conference.

About the Venue

Prudential Center

The Prudential Center is a modern, state-of-the-art arena located in downtown Newark, NJ. The venue offers excellent sightlines and a lively atmosphere for fans attending sporting events.