ESPN is set to dramatically increase its coverage of women’s college basketball this season, broadcasting over 270 regular-season games across multiple channels including ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, and ACC Network. Additionally, the network’s streaming service, ESPN+, will offer Plus than 3,000 games, signaling a significant expansion in accessibility for NCAA women’s basketball fans. This heightened exposure will feature 23 teams ranked in the AP preseason Top 25, underscoring the rapid growth and competitive depth of the sport at the collegiate level.
Season Launches with High-Profile Matchups Abroad
The 2023-2024 NCAA women’s basketball season will officially tip off on Novembre 2nd from Paris, France, where the No. 1 ranked South Carolina Gamecocks will face No. 20 Maryland at the Adidas Arena, with the contest airing on ESPN. This international opening highlights the sport’s expanding global footprint.
Following this, ABC will feature a marquee game on Novembre 15th with a heavyweight clash between South Carolina and USC. The matchup pits Dawn Staley’s dominant Gamecocks against JuJu Watkins and the Trojans, offering a compelling storyline for viewers. This game is one among nearly ten slated for broadcast on ABC during the season, showcasing some of the finest talent and rivalries in women’s college basketball.
Shortly thereafter, on Novembre 24th, fans can anticipate a rematch of last season’s national semifinal between South Carolina and the UConn Huskies, set to take place in Connecticut. Such high-stakes games early in the season promise an exciting narrative arc for viewers.
Expanded Conference Coverage Across ESPN Platforms
Conference enthusiasts will have ample opportunities to follow their favorite teams, as the SEC Network alone is scheduled to broadcast over 80 games this season. This expanded airtime across ESPN’s various platforms ensures comprehensive coverage of women’s college basketball, offering fans a diverse slate of matchups throughout the season.