Indiana and Florida Gulf Coast prepare for women’s basketball season opener

Indiana University and Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) are set to face each other in a women’s basketball matchup to open the 2026-27 season. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, at 7 p.m. ET at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana.

The Indiana Hoosiers, led by head coach Teri Moren, feature a roster composed of transfer portal signings and a new freshman class. The team is aiming to return to NCAA Tournament play following a missed appearance in 2026.

FGCU enters the season under head coach Raina Harmon, who is in her second year with the program following the departure of Karl Smesko. The Eagles roster includes seven returning players and six new additions, including standout point guard Sinai Douglas and preseason All-ASUN selection Denika Lightbourne.