Women’s Final Four Prediction:

UConn:
Our biggest 2026 futures position—Sarah Strong is the nation’s best, Azzi Fudd might be No. 2, and with depth plus Geno, it’s title-or-bust. Huskies are once again, double-digits better than the rest of the field.

UCLA:
Deep, physical, and balanced; Betts and Rice headline a roster that should cruise through the Big Ten.

TCU:
Mark Campbell is our Coach of the Year pick—culture’s humming, guards are elite, and the frontcourt size is historic. Will be a team we’re looking to play on a lot throughout the Big 12 season. Still a bit underrated at this point.

South Carolina:
With Dawn Staley they’re always contenders, but potential chemistry hiccups could cap the ceiling this season.