South Carolina women’s basketball earned a No. 1 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the sixth straight year, hosting first- and second-round games.

The South Carolina women’s basketball team earned a No. 1 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the sixth straight year, marking their 14th consecutive appearance. They will host first- and second-round games at Colonial Life Arena, facing the winner of the Southern vs. Samford First Four matchup. The Gamecocks, who won their 10th SEC regular-season title with a 15-1 record, have five starters earning All-SEC honors and boast 12 Quad 1 wins and 12 victories over ranked teams. This is their 10th No. 1 seed overall and 22nd NCAA Tournament bid, with a storied history including three national championships and 15 Sweet 16 appearances.