Marquette University’s women’s basketball program unveiled its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule on Tuesday, giving fans in Milwaukee a clear view of the early‑season matchups. The Golden Eagles will kick off the campaign at home on Nov. 3 against Mississippi Valley State, followed by a home game versus regional rival Minnesota on Nov. 7 and a third home contest against Presbyterian on Nov. 10.
Road games and a Bahamas tournament
After the opening three games, the team heads on the road. The first away test comes Nov. 13 at Missouri State, then the Eagles travel to an in‑state showdown at Wisconsin on Nov. 17. Returning to Milwaukee, Marquette will host NJIT on Nov. 21 before a short‑haul trip across town to face the University of Milwaukee on Nov. 23.
The highlight of the non‑conference slate is a three‑day tournament in Nassau, Bahamas, scheduled for Nov. 27‑29 as part of the Baha Mar Hoops event. Opponents and exact game times for the tournament will be announced later.
Closing home games
Following the Bahamas trip, the Golden Eagles finish their non‑conference schedule at home, hosting Wagner on Dec. 13 and Alabama A&M on Dec. 22. Those two games will wrap up the early portion of the season before conference play begins.
Details on game times, television coverage and the full BIG EAST conference schedule are pending and will be released in the weeks ahead.
What this means for local fans
Milwaukee supporters now have a full calendar of home games to plan around, including the unique opportunity to watch the team compete internationally in the Bahamas. The schedule offers a mix of regional opponents and smaller programs, providing a platform for the Golden Eagles to build chemistry and test themselves before the rigors of conference play.
University officials emphasized that the non‑conference slate is designed to challenge the team while also giving fans accessible games at the on‑campus arena. The inclusion of the Baha Mar Hoops tournament adds a travel experience that can aid player development and increase the program’s visibility on a broader stage.
Local businesses near the arena are expected to benefit from the increased foot traffic on game nights, and the university’s athletic department anticipates strong community turnout, especially for the home games against familiar regional rivals.
Fans can stay updated on ticket information and any schedule changes by visiting the official Marquette athletics website or following the program’s social‑media channels.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
