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Women's Basketball 2024–25 Non-Conference Schedule Loaded with Top-Tier Competition
Three Marquee Matchups Highlight Slate
Women's basketball fans are in for a treat next season, as the 2024–25 non-conference schedule features a trio of enticing matchups between some of the nation's top programs.
The marquee matchup of the season will undoubtedly be the clash between defending national champion Stanford Cardinal and perennial powerhouse Connecticut Huskies on December 19th at the Chase Center in San Francisco.
Another highly anticipated contest will pit the No. 2-ranked Louisville Cardinals against the No. 5-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on December 21st in Coralville, Iowa.
Additional Top Matchups
- Notre Dame vs. Baylor on November 15th
- South Carolina vs. Tennessee on November 25th
- Maryland vs. Duke on December 6th
Benefits of a Challenging Schedule
The demanding non-conference slate will provide numerous benefits for participating teams, including:
- Early-season tests against elite competition
- Opportunities to build NCAA Tournament resumes
- Preparation for the rigors of conference play
Expert Consensus
College basketball pundits are excited about the upcoming season, with many predicting that the 2024–25 non-conference schedule will be one of the most competitive in recent memory.
ESPN's Charlie Creme noted, “This non-conference schedule is loaded with top-tier matchups that will provide fans with some of the best women's basketball action in the country.” (Source: ESPN.com)