Texas Women’s Basketball Surging to No. 2 in AP Poll After Dominant Run
The Texas Longhorns are making a statement in women’s college basketball, and the national media is taking notice. With March Madness approaching, Texas has surged to No. 2 in the latest AP Top 25 poll, marking its highest ranking since December 2017.
The ranking comes after the Longhorns navigated a brutal stretch, defeating three straight Top 10 teams—South Carolina, Kentucky, and LSU—in dominant fashion.
Comeback Victory Over LSU Seals the Deal
Sunday’s showdown against LSU at home proved to be a test of resilience. Texas trailed by 12 points midway through the third quarter, but the Longhorns stormed back, taking control in the final stretch. With the game on the line, Madison Booker stepped up, sinking clutch free throws in the closing minute to ice the victory.
Now sitting at 26-2, Texas is in prime position to capture the SEC regular-season title in its first year in the conference. The Longhorns are also on track for a potential No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, setting the stage for a deep postseason run.
Booker & Harmon Leading the Charge
The dynamic duo of Madison Booker and Rori Harmon has been the driving force behind Texas’ dominance. Both players were recently named to the Naismith Player of the Year Midseason Team, highlighting their impact on the team’s success.
Head coach Vic Schaefer has built a powerhouse, leading the Longhorns to three Elite Eight appearances in his first four full seasons. Now, this No. 2-ranked squad looks poised to take the next step and break through to the Final Four for the first time since 2003.
With Tampa and the Final Four in sight, Texas must continue navigating the gauntlet ahead—but if their recent performances are any indication, this team is more than ready for the challenge.
