June 2025

The road to Omaha has never been short on drama, and this year is no exception. From national powerhouses to Cinderella upstarts, the eight teams headed to Charles Schwab Field bring with them red-hot win streaks, breakout stars, and enough firepower to make this one of the most anticipated College World Series in recent memory.

The Big 12 Conference announced its Women’s Basketball scheduling matrix for the 2025-26 season on Wednesday, and Kansas State fans can start circling dates. The Wildcats will face longtime rivals Iowa State and Kansas twice, along with Houston, as part of a competitive and geographically balanced 18-game league slate.

For the first time in college basketball history, coaches will be allowed to challenge officiating decisions during games, as part of a slate of rule changes announced Tuesday by the NCAA. The move marks a significant shift in game management and further aligns the college game with the growing use of technology across all levels of basketball.