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Texas Longhorns Women's Basketball Team Enters NCAA Tournament as No. 1 Seed
The Longhorns aim to return to the Final Four after a strong regular season performance.
Mar. 17, 2026 at 9:20am
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The University of Texas women's basketball team has earned a No. 1 seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. The Longhorns are looking to build on their successful regular season and make a deep run in the tournament, with a goal of returning to the Final Four.
Why it matters
The Longhorns' No. 1 seed and tournament positioning reflects their strong performance throughout the regular season. As a top-ranked team, they will be one of the favorites to win the national championship, which would be a major accomplishment for the program and the university.
The details
The Longhorns finished the regular season with an impressive record, earning them the top seed in their region of the NCAA Tournament bracket. This gives them a favorable path to the Final Four, as they will play their early-round games close to home in Austin.
- The NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament begins on March 20, 2026.
- The Longhorns' first tournament game will be played on March 22, 2026.
The players
University of Texas Longhorns Women's Basketball Team
The women's basketball team of the University of Texas, a Division I program that competes in the Big 12 Conference.
The takeaway
The Longhorns' strong regular season performance and No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament position them as one of the top contenders to win the national championship. Their tournament run will be closely watched as they aim to bring home the title for the university and its passionate fan base.
