SEC Women's Basketball Tournament Bracket and Schedule Unveiled

South Carolina Gamecocks Seek Fourth Straight Title as Top Seed

Mar. 2, 2026 at 7:23pm

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The bracket for the 2026 SEC women's basketball tournament has been set, with the conference's 16 teams competing for the championship from March 4-8 in Greenville, South Carolina. Defending champion South Carolina is the No. 1 seed, followed by Vanderbilt, Texas, and LSU. The tournament will air on the SEC Network, ESPN, and ESPN2.

Why it matters

The SEC women's basketball tournament is one of the premier events in college basketball, showcasing some of the nation's top talent and programs. With South Carolina seeking its fourth straight title, the tournament promises high-stakes competition and excitement for fans.

The details

The tournament will begin with first-round games on Wednesday, March 4, followed by the second round on Thursday, March 5. The quarterfinals will take place on Friday, March 6, with the semifinals on Saturday, March 7, and the championship game on Sunday, March 8. First and second-round games will air on the SEC Network, while the quarterfinals, semifinals, and final will be broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2.

  • The 2026 SEC women's basketball tournament will take place from March 4-8 in Greenville, South Carolina.
  • The first-round games will be played on Wednesday, March 4.
  • The championship game is scheduled for Sunday, March 8 at 3 p.m. ET.

The players

South Carolina Gamecocks

The defending SEC tournament champions, led by head coach Dawn Staley, are the No. 1 seed in the 2026 tournament.

Vanderbilt

The Commodores are the No. 2 seed, led by sophomore guard Mikayla Blakes.

Texas

The Longhorns are the No. 3 seed, with Madison Booker leading the way.

LSU Tigers

The Tigers, led by head coach Kim Mulkey and forward Flau'Jae Johnson, are the No. 4 seed.

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What’s next

The tournament will begin with first-round games on Wednesday, March 4, setting the stage for an exciting five days of competition to determine the 2026 SEC women's basketball champion.

The takeaway

The 2026 SEC women's basketball tournament promises high-level competition and drama, with the defending champion South Carolina Gamecocks leading a talented field of contenders. Fans can look forward to thrilling action as the conference's top teams battle for the title.