Get ready to mark your calendars, basketball fans, because the Atlantic 10 Conference just dropped a bombshell: the full 2025-26 women’s basketball television schedule is here, and it’s packed with action! With 39 national television and digital appearances, this season promises to be one for the books. But here’s where it gets exciting: thanks to the A-10’s powerhouse media deals, every single home game for all 14 league teams will be available to stream via ESPN+. That’s right—no matter where you are, you won’t miss a second of the action.
This marks the eighth consecutive year that every home game will be accessible through the league’s three media giants: ESPN, CBS Sports Network, and USA Network. And this is the part most people miss: this is only the second year of a five-year agreement with these partners, meaning the A-10 is doubling down on its commitment to visibility and accessibility. For beginners, this means more opportunities to follow your favorite teams and players without hunting for obscure streams.
Now, let’s talk championships. For the second year in a row, seven games of the 2026 Atlantic 10 Women’s Basketball Championship will air nationally. All four quarterfinals will hit USA Network on March 6, followed by the semifinals on CBS Sports Network on March 7. The championship game? It’s on ESPN Networks on March 8, marking the 29th straight year ESPN has brought us the title showdown. And yes, the Henrico Sports & Events Center in Henrico, Va., will host the tournament for the third consecutive year, with the first two rounds streaming on ESPN+.
But here’s where it gets controversial: ESPN Networks isn’t just stopping at the championship. They’re spotlighting two regular-season clashes between conference powerhouses. First up, defending A-10 champ George Mason hosts defending regular-season champ Richmond on January 25. Both teams made the NCAA Tournament last year, with Richmond advancing to the second round. Is this a preview of another deep tournament run? Only time will tell.
Then, on February 1, VCU hosts Richmond in the Capital City Classic, a rivalry game that’s as intense as it gets in college basketball. Bold prediction: this game could be a turning point in the season. What do you think—will it live up to the hype?
CBS Sports Network is stepping up too, televising 10 games starting with a nonconference showdown between NC State and Davidson on December 21. They’ll also air three weeks of Sunday A-10 doubleheaders in January, culminating in a VCU-Davidson matchup on January 25. Here’s a pro tip: CBS Sports Network is available not just on cable but also via major OTT streaming services, so you’ve got no excuse to miss these games.
USA Network will carry three regular-season games, including George Washington at Dayton on February 1, plus all four quarterfinal games of the A-10 Championship. Fun fact: the A-10’s institutions are located in states that make up 33% of the national television market, including major media hubs like New York, Chicago, and Philadelphia. That’s a massive audience—and a massive opportunity for these teams to shine.
So, here’s the big question: With this much exposure, will the 2025-26 season be the year the Atlantic 10 breaks through on a national scale? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—and don’t forget to tune in!
