The Southwestern Athletic Conference announced the seedings and matchups for the 2026 Pepsi SWAC Women’s Basketball Tournament, scheduled for March 9-14 at Gateway Center Arena in Atlanta. The tournament will feature the league’s top 10 teams competing for the conference title and an automatic bid to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament.
Mississippi Valley State is entering the tournament as the No. 9 seed. The Delta Devilettes finished the regular season with a 6-12 record in conference play. They will face Prairie View A&M in the opening round on March 9 at 5:30 p.m. Eastern time, with the game broadcast on ESPN+. Mississippi Valley State aims to build momentum in postseason play.
The tournament begins with first-round games on March 9. The bracket continues through the championship game on March 14, which will be televised on ESPNU. The schedule includes matchups between the top-seeded teams and the winners of opening-round contests, leading to the final showdown for the conference crown.
The SWAC is recognized as one of the top HBCU conferences nationally, with many alumni playing professional sports. The league offers a variety of men’s and women’s sports, including basketball, baseball, football, and more. Fans can follow the conference on social media or visit its official website for updates.
