SMU opens its 2026-27 women’s basketball season Tuesday at home against Le Moyne, beginning a five-game stretch at Moody Coliseum. In her second season as coach, Adia Barnes welcomes a retooled roster led by returning guard Zahra King and transfer Theresa Hagans Jr. The Mustangs are looking to build momentum after a 6-10 home record last season.

By the Numbers
  • Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 6:30 p.m. CT; ACCNX and SMU audio platforms.
  • SMU has won 5 straight season openers and 9 of its last 10.
  • King and Hagans averaged 26.9 points per game combined last season.
  • SMU was picked to finish 15th in the ACC preseason poll.
Yes, But

SMU’s roster has added proven talent, but it is young, and last season’s 6-10 record at Moody raises questions about how quickly the Mustangs can turn home-court advantage into results.

State of Play
  • King returns after averaging 14.4 points per game, while Hagans arrives as an All-ACC Freshman Team selection.
  • New additions include CAA Defensive Player of the Year Grace Ezebilo and several freshmen.
  • The opener is the first meeting between SMU and Le Moyne.
What’s Next

SMU begins with five consecutive home games. Its nonconference schedule includes a home matchup with Georgia in the SEC/ACC Challenge and a Thanksgiving-week tournament in Frisco.

Bottom Line

SMU has added experience and scoring around a breakout returning star; the season opener is its first chance to show that the new pieces can translate into a stronger home start.