The Big 12 Conference has released the 2026-27 women's basketball opponents for the Oklahoma State Cowgirls. Following a successful 24-10 season, OSU, led by coach Jacie Hoyt, will face three teams in home-and-home series: Colorado, Iowa State, and Kansas, while also playing each of the remaining 12 opponents once. The upcoming season features the addition of a highly regarded transfer class, including top-ranked transfers Audi Crooks and Liv McGill. Home games will include matchups against Arizona, Arizona State, Kansas State, TCU, Cincinnati, and West Virginia, with six additional road games set to take place. Specific dates and times for the complete schedule will be announced at a later date.

By the Numbers
  • OSU finished the 2025-26 season with a 24-10 record and 12-6 in Big 12 play.
  • The Cowgirls will compete in an 18-game league schedule against 12 opponents, playing six at home and six on the road.
Yes, But

The announcement highlights OSU's growing competitiveness in the Big 12, but many of the new transfers have yet to prove their performance at the collegiate level. Balancing the schedule for competitiveness may also impact the Cowgirls' chances against tougher opponents.

State of Play
  • OSU is returning several players with NCAA tournament experience while adding a strong transfer class.
  • Upcoming matchups include significant games against ranked opponents that will test the team's depth and strategy.
What's Next

With the new season approaching, fans can look forward to the official release of game dates and television coverage. The Cowgirls are expected to be strong contenders in the conference, with ambitions for advancement in NCAA tournaments.

Bottom Line

As OSU prepares for a promising season filled with top talent and strategic matchups, the potential for success hinges on successfully integrating new transfers and handling the complexities of a challenging schedule.