FORT WORTH — Texas Wesleyan University has unveiled its 2025-26 women's basketball schedule: a 28-game gauntlet that merges tough non-conference tests with a grueling Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) slate. Building on last season's momentum, the Rams face a demanding lineup in their pursuit of a SAC title and a return to the NAIA National Championship.
Key Non-Conference Games
The season tips off Oct. 23 with a home opener against Arlington Baptist University at the Sid Richardson Center, offering an early chance to energize the Fort Worth faithful. On Oct. 26, the Rams hit the road to face Louisiana State University Shreveport, a matchup that will test their early-season chemistry. Another key non-conference clash takes place on Nov. 14-15, featuring a San Antonio doubleheader against Our Lady of the Lake University and Texas A&M San Antonio, both of which are critical for building momentum before conference play.
Sooner Athletic Conference Showdowns
SAC play begins Nov. 20 with a home game against Central Christian College (Kan.). Next comes a Nov. 22 tilt against Langston, a team known for its defensive intensity. The Rams will play a 20-game SAC schedule, facing each of the 10 conference foes twice. Standout match-ups include:
- Dec. 11 vs. Oklahoma City University: The Stars, a perennial SAC powerhouse, visit Fort Worth for a high-stakes early-season battle that could set the tone for the conference race.
- Jan. 8 vs. College of the Ozarks (MO): hosts a critical Sooner Athletic Conference showdown against College of the Ozarks (Mo.) at the Sid Richardson Center. The early January clash could set the tone for Texas Wesleyan's SAC campaign, with both teams vying for positioning in the race for the conference title.
- Jan. 29 vs. Wayland Baptist University: The Pioneers, a tough road opponent last season, come to the Sid Richardson Center in a game that could influence SAC tournament seeding.
- Feb. 7 at Oklahoma City University: The return match-up in Oklahoma City promises to be intense, as the Rams look to steal a road win against a top rival.
- Feb. 19 at Langston: A late-season road trip to face the Lions could be pivotal for securing a favorable SAC tournament position.
Season Outlook
Led by head coach
Scott Hyland, the Rams return a talented core, including leading scorer
Kameryn Phillips and rebounding standout
Sophia Hurtado.
Aniyah Sanford is expected to strengthen the lineup with her playmaking, providing quick ball movement and creating opportunities for her teammates to score. With 15 home games at the Sid Richardson Center and 13 road contests, Texas Wesleyan will lean on its depth to navigate the rigorous schedule.
The SAC tournament, set for March 4-8 in Oklahoma City, offers an automatic NAIA National Championship bid to the winner. Fans can follow the action via live stats at ramsports.net.
