Women’s March Madness 2026: Schedule, Bracket, Championship Game Time

The 2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament has been a wild ride. South Carolina and UCLA are finally set to face off for the national title.

This year, every No. 1 seed reached the Final Four again—second year in a row. South Carolina is chasing its third championship in five years, and UCLA wants its first ever.

There have been some unforgettable moments. UConn’s 54-game winning streak ended, and UCLA pushed their own streak to 30.

Let’s take a closer look at the biggest highlights and matchups from this year’s Women’s March Madness.

Final Four Highlights

Phoenix hosted a Final Four that really lived up to the hype. All four teams returned from last year, and the competition was fierce.

South Carolina vs. UConn

South Carolina took down UConn in a game that people will talk about for a long time. The Gamecocks snapped UConn’s 54-game streak, which just adds to their growing legend.

Coach Dawn Staley led her squad with a mix of sharp strategy and serious athleticism. South Carolina looked every bit like a team on a mission.

UCLA vs. Texas

UCLA edged out Texas in a nail-biter. The Bruins’ 30-game winning streak says a lot about their grit.

That win put UCLA in the championship game, and they’re hoping to finally bring home the trophy.

Key Matchups and Results

The road to the Final Four was packed with tight games and a few surprises. Here’s a rundown of some of the most important results:

First Round

• No. 3 Duke 81, No. 14 Charleston 64
• No. 3 TCU 86, No. 14 UC San Diego 40
• No. 8 Oregon 70, No. 9 Virginia Tech 60
• No. 6 Baylor 67, No. 11 Nebraska 62
• No. 6 Washington 72, South Dakota State 54
• No. 5 Maryland 99, No. 12 Murray State 67
• No. 5 Ole Miss 81, No. 12 Gonzaga 66
• No. 1 Texas 87, No. 16 Missouri State 45
• No. 2 Michigan 83, No. 15 Holy Cross 48
• No. 4 North Carolina 82, No. 13 Western Illinois 51
• No. 2 LSU 116, No. 15 Jacksonville 58
• No. 4 Minnesota 75, No. 13 Green Bay 58
• No. 5 Michigan State 65, No. 12 Colorado State 62
• No. 7 NC State 76, No. 10 Tennessee 61
• No. 7 Texas Tech 57, No. 10 Villanova 51
• No. 4 Oklahoma 89, No. 13 Idaho 59

Second Round

• No. 4 North Carolina 74, No. 5 Maryland 66
• No. 2 Michigan 92, No. 7 NC State 63
• No. 4 Minnesota 65, No. 5 Ole Miss 63
• No. 2 LSU 101, No. 7 Texas Tech 47
• No. 3 Duke 69, No. 6 Baylor 46
• No. 1 Texas 100, No. 8 Oregon 58
• No. 4 Oklahoma 77, No. 5 Michigan State 71
• No. 3 TCU 62, No. 6 Washington 59 (OT)

Sweet 16 and Elite Eight

The Sweet 16 and Elite Eight were just as dramatic as you’d expect. Here’s what went down:

Sweet 16

• No. 6 Notre Dame 67, No. 2 Vanderbilt 64
• No. 1 UConn 63, No. 4 North Carolina 42
• No. 1 UCLA 80, No. 4 Minnesota 56
• No. 3 Duke 87, No. 2 LSU 85
• No. 2 Michigan 71, No. 3 Louisville 52
• No. 1 Texas 76, No. 5 Kentucky 54
• No. 1 South Carolina 94, No. 4 Oklahoma 68
• No. 3 TCU 79, No. 10 Virginia 69

Elite Eight

• No. 1 UConn 70, No. 6 Notre Dame 52
• No. 1 UCLA 70, No. 3 Duke 58
• No. 1 Texas 77, No. 2 Michigan 41
• No. 1 South Carolina 78, No. 3 TCU 52

Championship Game

South Carolina and UCLA are set for a championship battle that’s got everyone buzzing. South Carolina’s got a legacy to protect, and UCLA is hungry for that first title.

Game Details

• Date: Sunday, April 5
• Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
• Location: Phoenix
• Broadcast: ABC/fubo

Fans should get ready for a game packed with energy, nerves, and probably a few surprises. Both teams have shown they belong here, and honestly, it feels like anything could happen.

Conclusion

The 2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament has really brought out some jaw-dropping talent and grit. South Carolina and UCLA are about to battle it out for the national title, and honestly, who isn’t on the edge of their seat?

If you want the latest schedule or want to check out the bracket, here’s the official CBS Sports page. There’s more to come, so keep an eye out as this wild ride in women’s college basketball keeps unfolding.