Vanderbilt Women's Basketball Headed to 2026 March Madness

Commodores to host High Point in first round as No. 2 seed

Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:26am

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Vanderbilt women's basketball has officially qualified for the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The Commodores, who finished tied for second in the SEC with a 27-4 record, will host High Point in the first round as a No. 2 seed at Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville.

Why it matters

This marks the Vanderbilt women's basketball team's return to the NCAA Tournament after a several-year absence, showcasing the program's resurgence under the current coaching staff. The home game in Nashville will provide an exciting opportunity for local fans to support the Commodores as they make a push for the national championship.

The details

Vanderbilt earned an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament after posting a strong 27-4 record and finishing tied for second in the SEC regular season standings. As a No. 2 seed, the Commodores will host High Point in the first round at their home arena, Memorial Gymnasium in Nashville.

  • Vanderbilt finished the regular season with a 27-4 record.
  • The Commodores earned an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
  • Vanderbilt will host High Point in the first round on March 22, 2026.

The players

Vanderbilt Commodores

The women's basketball team at Vanderbilt University, a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

High Point Panthers

The women's basketball team at High Point University, who will face Vanderbilt in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

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What’s next

Vanderbilt will host High Point in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on March 22, 2026. The winner of that game will advance to the second round.

The takeaway

Vanderbilt's return to the NCAA Tournament showcases the program's resurgence and provides an exciting opportunity for local fans to support the Commodores as they make a push for the national championship.