The Texas women’s basketball team achieved a significant milestone on March 28, 2026, defeating the Kentucky Wildcats 76-54 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. This victory propels the Longhorns to the NCAA Regional Finals, marking the 13th time in school history they have reached this stage.
With this win, Texas improved its season record to 34-3, showcasing their dominance throughout the tournament. The Longhorns displayed an impressive performance, shooting 54 percent from the field and outscoring Kentucky 28-14 in paint points during the first half.
Three players led the charge for Texas, with Jordan Lee scoring 18 points, Madison Booker contributing 17 points, and Rori Harmon adding 11 points. This marks a significant achievement for both Lee and Booker, as they each scored in double figures for the 30th and 35th times this season, respectively.
Defensively, Texas was relentless, forcing 24 turnovers and converting those into 26 points. This aggressive play has been a hallmark of their success this season, as they have now recorded 15 wins over ranked opponents, the most in the nation.
Coach Vic Schaefer emphasized the importance of rebounding and defensive strategy in the post-game comments, stating, “We really got to rebound today. We’ve got to do a great job defensively with our scout and then we’ve got to make free throws.”
Rori Harmon echoed the sentiment, assuring fans that any shortcomings would be addressed, saying, “We’ll fix it. That’s all I have to say.” Jordan Lee also highlighted the team’s focus on starting strong, noting, “We definitely put a premium on starting fast, getting out and punching first in the first five minutes.”
Texas has now improved its all-time NCAA tournament record to 56-35 and is 20-5 as a No. 1 seed. The Longhorns are poised for their next challenge as they prepare to face No. 2 seed Michigan in the Elite Eight on March 30 at 6:00 PM CT on ESPN.
As the excitement builds, fans are eager to see if Texas can continue their impressive run and secure a spot in the Final Four. The team’s performance thus far has been a testament to their hard work and determination throughout the season.
