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By the People, for the People
UNT Women's Basketball Hosts UAB for Play4Kay Game
Mean Green look to extend winning streak against Blazers and raise funds for cancer research
Published on Feb. 18, 2026
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The University of North Texas (UNT) women's basketball team will host the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) on Tuesday night at the Super Pit in its annual Play4Kay game, benefiting the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. UNT is coming off a strong defensive performance against Tulane and will look to continue its recent dominance over UAB, having won the last four matchups. The game is part of the American Conference's fundraising efforts for the Play4Kay initiative, which encourages fans to wear pink and contribute to the $25,000 goal.
Why it matters
The Play4Kay game is an important annual event that raises awareness and funds for cancer research, honoring the legacy of legendary coach Kay Yow. UNT's recent success and Megan Nestor's nation-leading rebounding numbers have the Mean Green poised for a strong performance, which could extend their winning streak over UAB and provide a boost to the broader Play4Kay initiative through increased fan engagement and donations.
The details
UNT (14-11, 8-5 American) is led by Megan Nestor, who is dominating the nation in total rebounds (14.4) and offensive rebounds (5.7) per game. Nestor recently recorded her fifth 20-rebound game of the season in a win over Tulane. Aysia Proctor also had a strong outing against Tulane, scoring 21 points, while Andi Schissler has been a consistent threat from beyond the arc. UAB enters the game with a 10-14 record but has won three of its last four contests, led by junior guard Cali Smallwood's 14.8 points per game.
- The game will be played on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
- UNT has won the last four matchups against UAB.
The players
Megan Nestor
A dominant rebounder for UNT, leading the nation in total rebounds (14.4) and offensive rebounds (5.7) per game.
Aysia Proctor
A key scorer for UNT, she had 21 points in the team's recent win over Tulane.
Andi Schissler
A consistent threat from beyond the arc for UNT, shooting 13-of-24 from deep over the last five games.
Cali Smallwood
A junior guard for UAB, averaging 14.8 points per game and a key player for the Blazers.
Jason Burton
The head coach of the UNT women's basketball team, who would earn his 63rd career win at North Texas with a victory over UAB.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
A win for UNT would improve their record to 15-11 overall and 9-5 in American Conference play, extending their winning streak over UAB to five games.
The takeaway
The Play4Kay game is an important annual event that raises awareness and funds for cancer research, and UNT's strong performance and fan support could provide a significant boost to the broader initiative's goals.
