Clemson Women's Basketball Faces USC in NCAA Tournament

Game time, TV channel, and streaming info for the March Madness first-round matchup

Mar. 21, 2026 at 9:08am

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The Clemson women's basketball team will face off against USC in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on March 21. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2, with Courtney Lyle and Stephanie White on the call and Molly McGrath reporting courtside. Streaming options include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.

Why it matters

This is Clemson's first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2019, marking a significant milestone for the program. Meanwhile, USC is making the tournament despite the absence of star player Juju Watkins due to injury, adding intrigue to the matchup.

The details

The Tigers enter the tournament with a 21-11 record, while USC holds a 17-13 mark. Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time from Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina.

  • The Clemson vs. USC game will be played on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

The players

Clemson Tigers

The Clemson women's basketball team is making its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2019.

USC Trojans

The USC women's basketball team is competing in the NCAA Tournament despite the absence of star player Juju Watkins due to injury.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This matchup between Clemson and USC in the NCAA Tournament first round promises an exciting and competitive game, with both teams looking to advance in the tournament and make their mark on the national stage.