This is it. South Carolina and UCLA are set to clash this afternoon for the Women’s NCAA Tournament Championship title.
The Gamecocks are making their fourth championship appearance in five seasons after an impressive 62-48 win over UConn in the Final Four. Under Coach Dawn Staley, South Carolina claimed national titles in 2022 and 2024.
Here’s what you need to know:
- When: April 5th, 3:30 PM ET
- Where: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, Arizona
- Channel: ABC
- Streaming: DIRECTV (available for free trial)
UCLA reached the Final Four for the first time last year and has returned again, defeating top-ranked Texas 51-44 to earn their spot in the championship. The Bruins are aiming for the program’s first national title.
To catch the 2026 Women’s National Championship, remember:
Game Start Time
The matchup between South Carolina and UCLA is set to begin at 3:30 PM ET on ABC.
How to Stream the Game for Free
No cable? No problem. You can watch the Women’s National Championship through a live TV streaming service for free.
DIRECTV offers a great free trial, covering ABC and more. After the five-day trial, the service starts at $49.99 per month for over 90 channels.
Sling TV also provides an affordable way to stream live TV, with their Choice plans starting at $19.99 per month, including ABC.
