The 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament schedule will take place from March 4–8, 2026, at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia. In a historic shift, the tournament moves to the Greater Atlanta area, marking a departure from its traditional Carolina roots. While the conference has expanded to 18 members, the tournament field is limited to the top 15 teams based on regular-season standings. The championship game will air live on ESPN on Sunday, March 8, at 1:00 PM ET.
🚨 LIVE UPDATE (March 5, 1:00 PM ET): The second round is underway! #5 Notre Dame has officially advanced to the Quarterfinals after defeating #12 Miami. They will face #4 Seed tomorrow at 11:00 AM ET. You can checkout the Friday Quarterfinal Frenzy Coverage here.
2026 Women’s ACC Tournament Daily Schedule & TV Channels
The path to the 2026 Women’s ACC title features 14 games over five days. The top four seeds earn a double-bye directly into the Quarterfinals on Friday, March 6.
Tournament Session Schedule:
- Wednesday, March 4 (First Round): Seeds 10–15 compete (ACC Network)
- Thursday, March 5 (Second Round): Seeds 5–9 join the opening round winners (ACC Network)
- Friday, March 6 (Quarterfinals): The top four seeds debut (ACC Network / ESPN2)
- Saturday, March 7 (Semifinals): Two games to determine the finalists (ESPN2)
- Sunday, March 8 (Championship Game): 1:00 PM ET (ESPN)
Tournament Watch: Is the ACC a 7-bid or 8-bid league this year? Track the latest bubble news and seed projections in our [2026 Women’s Selection Sunday Guide].
Expert Note from the SportsBrackets Analyst: Moving the tournament to Gas South Arena creates a fascinating new dynamic. This is a more intimate venue that often favors teams with high-energy backcourts. The 15-team cap is the real story, however; three teams will be left home entirely, making every February game a ‘must-win’ for the bottom of the conference. If you’re filling out a bracket, watch the #5 through #7 seeds carefully on Thursday—these are often Top-25 caliber teams that can easily upset a rested top seed on Friday.
Tournament Watch: Will the ACC get 7 teams into the Big Dance? Track the latest bracketology and field projections in our 2026 Women’s Selection Sunday Guide.
How many teams make the 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament?
Only the top 15 teams out of the 18 ACC members qualify for the 2026 tournament. The bottom three teams in the regular-season standings do not advance to Duluth.
Where is the 2026 ACC Women’s Tournament played?
The 2026 tournament is hosted at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia, marking the first time the event has moved to the Atlanta area.
What channel is the ACC Women’s Championship on?
The 2026 ACC Women’s Championship game will air nationally on ESPN at 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, March 8.
Updated Schedule & Results Table
| Game | Matchup | Time (ET) / Result | TV |
| Game 4 | #9 Clemson vs. #8 Virginia | VA 68, CLEM 62 | ACCN |
| Game 5 | #12 Miami vs. #5 Notre Dame | ND 74, MIA 59 | ACCN |
| Game 6 | #10 Cal vs. #7 Syracuse | 2:00 PM | ACCN |
| Game 7 | #11 Georgia Tech vs. #6 Virginia Tech | 4:30 PM | ACCN |
Quarterfinal Preview (Friday, March 6)
Quarterfinal Matchups:
- 11:00 AM ET: #1 NC State vs. #8 Virginia
- 1:30 PM ET: #4 Seed vs. #5 Notre Dame
- 6:00 PM ET: #2 Florida State vs. Winner Game 6
- 8:00 PM ET: #3 Louisville vs. Winner Game 7
2026 ACC Women’s Tournament Daily Schedule & TV Broadcasts
Here’s the 2026 ACC Women’s tournament daily schedule & TV broadcasts for you.
| Round | Date | Game | Matchup | Time (ET) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Round | Wednesday, March 4 | Game 1 | No. 13 Stanford vs. No. 12 Miami | 11:00 a.m. | ACC Network |
| First Round | Wednesday, March 4 | Game 2 | No. 15 Wake Forest vs. No. 10 California | 1:30 p.m. | ACC Network |
| First Round | Wednesday, March 4 | Game 3 | No. 14 Florida State vs. No. 11 Georgia Tech | 4:00 p.m. | ACC Network |
| Second Round | Thursday, March 5 | Game 4 | No. 9 Clemson vs. No. 8 Virginia | 11:00 a.m. | ACC Network |
| Second Round | Thursday, March 5 | Game 5 | Winner Game 1 vs. No. 5 Notre Dame | 1:30 p.m. | ACC Network |
| Second Round | Thursday, March 5 | Game 6 | Winner Game 2 vs. No. 7 Syracuse | 5:00 p.m. | ACC Network |
| Second Round | Thursday, March 5 | Game 7 | Winner Game 3 vs. No. 6 Virginia Tech | 7:30 p.m. | ACC Network |
| Quarterfinals | Friday, March 6 | Game 8 | No. 4 NC State vs. Winner Game 4 | 11:00 a.m. (approx.) | ESPN2 (or ESPN family) |
| Quarterfinals | Friday, March 6 | Game 9 | No. 1 Duke vs. Winner Game 5 | ~1:30 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN2 |
| Quarterfinals | Friday, March 6 | Game 10 | No. 3 (e.g., North Carolina or similar) vs. Winner Game 6 | ~6:00 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| Quarterfinals | Friday, March 6 | Game 11 | No. 2 (e.g., Louisville) vs. Winner Game 7 | ~8:30 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| Semifinals | Saturday, March 7 | Game 12 | Winner Game 8 vs. Winner Game 9 | ~2:00 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| Semifinals | Saturday, March 7 | Game 13 | Winner Game 10 vs. Winner Game 11 | ~4:30 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN/ESPN2 |
| Championship | Sunday, March 8 | Game 14 | Winner Game 12 vs. Winner Game 13 | ~1:00–3:00 p.m. (approx.) | ESPN |
Notes:
- Top 4 seeds get double byes to quarterfinals. Exact higher-round times and channels are session-based (doubleheaders/tripleheaders) and typically finalized during the tournament week—based on standard ACC patterns and reports.
- No special adjustments noted (e.g., no BYU-style moves).
Quick Take
Analysis: Notre Dame looked every bit the contender in their opening win over Miami. Their defensive rotations stifled the Hurricanes early, and with the win, they set up a massive Quarterfinal showdown on Friday morning. Keep an eye on the Virginia vs. NC State matchup; Virginia’s veteran guards could give the #1 seeded Wolfpack trouble if they start slow.
2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament Schedule and Bracket
The winner of the 2026 Big Ten Women’s basketball tournament earns the conference’s automatic bid to the 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament. If you are looking for a printable bracket to complete your bracketology (or follow the action after Selection Sunday), we’ve got you covered.
