Clemson Women's Basketball Poised for NCAA Tournament Return

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Clemson women's basketball is projected to make the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019, with the team awaiting its seed and first-round opponent when the bracket is revealed on March 15. The Tigers (21-11) lost in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals but have been ranked as high as a No. 10 seed in recent bracketology projections.

Why it matters

Clemson's return to the NCAA Tournament would be a significant milestone for the program under third-year head coach Shawn Poppie, who is seeking the Tigers' first tournament appearance since 2019. The team's strong regular season and NET ranking of No. 42 have positioned them well for a potential at-large bid.

The details

According to the latest bracketology projections, Clemson is expected to be seeded between No. 9 and No. 11, with potential first-round matchups against teams like Baylor, Georgia, or another high-major opponent. The Tigers have compiled a 21-11 record this season, including a 2-10 mark in Quad 1 games, 3-2 in Quad 2, 4-1 in Quad 3, and a perfect 11-0 in Quad 4 contests.

• Clemson lost to Duke in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals on March 7, 2026.
• The 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament bracket will be revealed on March 15, 2026.

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What’s next

The Clemson women's basketball team will await their NCAA Tournament seed and first-round opponent when the 2026 bracket is revealed on March 15.