uconn and Vanderbilt Remain Undefeated in Women’s College Basketball
As of January 20, 2026, only two teams remain undefeated in NCAA Division I women’s basketball: the University of Connecticut (UConn) Huskies and Vanderbilt University Commodores. This follows a recent upset where Texas Tech University’s Lady Raiders suffered their first loss of the season against Kansas State University.
Recent Upset: Kansas State Defeats Texas Tech
On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the Kansas State Wildcats defeated the No.17 Texas Tech Lady Raiders 65-59. Texas Tech had started the season with a program-record tying 19 consecutive wins. Kansas State controlled the boards, winning the rebounding battle 46-20, including a meaningful 43-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. ESPN Box Score. A late scoring run in the fourth quarter sealed the victory for the Wildcats, outscoring Texas Tech 23-15 in the final frame.
Undefeated Teams: UConn and Vanderbilt
The UConn huskies (18-0) are currently ranked No. 1 and are scheduled to host no. 23 Notre Dame on Monday,January 26,2026,in Storrs,Connecticut. ESPN Women’s Basketball Schedule. the Vanderbilt Commodores (18-0) are ranked No. 5 and will face No. 8 Michigan in a non-conference game on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Coretta Scott King Classic in Newark, New Jersey. Coretta Scott King Classic Website.
key Players
- Bailey Maupin (Texas Tech): Led the Lady Raiders with 18 points in their loss to Kansas state.
- Tess Heal (Kansas State): Scored 12 points,leading the Wildcats to victory.
Looking Ahead
Both UConn and Vanderbilt face challenging upcoming games that will test their undefeated records. uconn’s matchup against Notre Dame is a key conference game, while Vanderbilt’s game against Michigan presents a tough non-conference test. The remainder of the season promises exciting competition as teams vie for position in the NCAA tournament. The pressure is on for both UConn and vanderbilt to maintain their perfect seasons as they navigate increasingly arduous schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does it mean to be “undefeated”? An undefeated team has not lost any games in the current season.
- What is the NCAA tournament? The NCAA tournament is a single-elimination tournament held at the end of the college basketball season to determine the national champion.
- How are teams ranked? Teams are ranked based on various polls and metrics, including the AP Poll and the NCAA NET Rankings.