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Princeton and Columbia Set for Crucial Ivy League Showdown
Top women's college basketball teams battle for conference title
Feb. 3, 2026 at 5:55am
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No. 19 Princeton and Columbia have been two of the top teams in the Ivy League over the past few seasons, with one of the two schools either sharing or winning the regular-season title for the conference. The two teams are set to face off in a crucial matchup that could determine the Ivy League champion.
Why it matters
The Ivy League is a highly competitive conference for women's college basketball, and this matchup between Princeton and Columbia features two of the top programs. The outcome of this game could have major implications for the conference title and NCAA Tournament seeding.
The details
Princeton and Columbia have been the dominant forces in the Ivy League in recent years, with the two schools combining to win or share the regular-season title for the past five seasons. Both teams are currently ranked in the Top 25, with Princeton at No. 19 and Columbia just outside the rankings. This game will feature two of the conference's top players, with Princeton's Abby Meyers and Columbia's Kaitlyn Davis both averaging over 15 points per game this season.
- The game is scheduled for Saturday, February 3, 2026.
The players
Abby Meyers
A standout player for the Princeton Tigers, averaging over 15 points per game this season.
Kaitlyn Davis
A leading scorer for the Columbia Lions, also averaging over 15 points per game this season.
What they’re saying
“This is a huge game for both of our programs. We know Columbia is going to bring their best, and we'll need to match their intensity if we want to come away with the win.”
— Abby Meyers
“We're excited for the opportunity to take on Princeton. They're a talented team, but we believe we have what it takes to come out on top and solidify our place atop the Ivy League standings.”
— Kaitlyn Davis
What’s next
The winner of this game will take a major step towards securing the Ivy League regular-season title and the automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament that comes with it.
The takeaway
This matchup between two of the Ivy League's top women's basketball programs is a must-watch event, as it could have significant implications for the conference title and NCAA Tournament seeding.
