SEC women's basketball tournament 2026: Bracket, schedule and odds
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Isabel Gonzalez
March 2, 2026
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The SEC Women's Basketball Tournament 2026 promises to be a thrilling event as top teams compete in Greenville, South Carolina. The tournament kicks off on March 4th with South Carolina, ranked No. 3 nationally and holding the No. 1 seed in the conference, aiming for its 10th title in 12 years. However, stiff competition from Texas, Vanderbilt, LSU, and others adds excitement and unpredictability to the mix. The stakes are high as teams jostle for position ahead of the NCAA Tournament, with Texas and Vanderbilt currently vying for a No. 1 seed.
South Carolina's dominance is undeniable, but this year’s tournament could see challengers rise. Texas and Vanderbilt are closely matched in their pursuit of a top spot in March Madness. Mikayla Blakes of Vanderbilt and Aaliyah Chavez of Oklahoma are standout players to watch, with Blakes looking to solidify her claim for Player of the Year honors against UConn's Sarah Strong. Meanwhile, LSU, under head coach Kim Mulkey, is aiming to break its long SEC title drought while maintaining its strong NCAA Tournament positioning.
The tournament features a deep field of talent, including Oklahoma and
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 3/2/2026