Butler fans can get their first look at the 2026-27 women’s basketball team Saturday, when the Bulldogs host Ball State for a free open scrimmage at Hinkle Fieldhouse. The event marks a first chance to see new head coach Maria Marchesano’s roster, which includes returning standouts, transfers and four freshmen.

By the Numbers
  • Saturday, Oct. 24, at noon; admission is free.
  • Marchesano is Butler’s 10th head coach and has 234 career wins across 14 seasons.
  • Butler’s roster has 13 student-athletes from five states and five countries, including four freshmen.
What’s Next

Butler hosts Franklin for an exhibition Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. The regular season begins Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. against Tennessee Tech in the annual Kids Day Game.

Bottom Line

Saturday’s scrimmage offers the first public glimpse of a refreshed Butler team under Marchesano before the Bulldogs begin their exhibition and regular-season schedule.