VERMILLION, S.D. – South Dakota women's basketball will start its 2026 WNIT run by hosting the winner of Air Force and Northern Colorado in the second round of the tournament Sunday at 1 p.m. inside the Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion.
 
The date and time for the second-round game are subject to change.
 
South Dakota received a first-round bye in the 48-team WNIT bracket, setting up a matchup with the winner of a first-round game between Air Force and Northern Colorado. The Falcons and Bears meet at Air Force on Thursday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. CT/6:30 p.m. MT.
 
South Dakota is familiar with both potential opponents, including facing Air Force earlier this season in Vermillion, a 75-50 win for the Yotes. USD and Air Force have met each of the last two seasons, going 1-1 in those games. South Dakota last faced Northern Colorado in 2023-24, winning that matchup 72-59. The Coyotes have played the Bears 35 times in program history.

The Coyotes received an at-large bid to the WNIT following a 23-9 season, including a 12-4 Summit League record, and a semifinal appearance at the Summit League Championships. This is USD's seventh WNIT appearance, including winning WNIT Championship in 2016.
 
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets are available to season ticket holders. Login to your account (GoYotes.com/MyAccount) and select Season Renewal Application to purchase your seats.
 
Seats that are not held by season ticket holders are available now at GoYotes.com/Tickets or by calling the ticket office at 605-677-5959.
 
USD students have access to free tickets through their student accounts.
 
For fans who are unable to attend the game, there will be a live stream of the game, with more details to come. The game will also be broadcasted on the Coyote Sports Network powered by Learfield with the voice of the Coyotes Jerry Palleschi.
   
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