The Cornhuskers step onto Pinnacle Bank Arena on Nov. 2 with a roster primed for a deep tournament run, while San Jose State hopes to rebound from a 4‑28 campaign.
Key points
- Nebraska’s seasoned core, highlighted by Britt Prince and Natalie Potts, is expected to lead the team into a deep postseason run.
- San Jose State is undergoing a major rebuild under Jonas Chatterton, relying on a slate of transfers after a 4‑28 season.
- The season opener will be broadcast on Nebraska Public Media and available via the Huskers Radio Network for audio listeners.
Nebraska’s women’s basketball team opens the 2026‑27 season against San Jose State at 12 p.m. CT on Monday, November 2, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. The game will be televised on Nebraska Public Media and streamed via the Huskers Radio Network for fans who prefer audio coverage.
Head coach Amy Williams returns with a veteran‑heavy lineup that includes All‑conference point guard Britt Prince, who averaged 17.9 points per game last season, and 2024 Big Ten Freshman of the Year Natalie Potts, now fully recovered from a leg injury that sidelined her for two seasons. Senior forward Allison Weidner also makes her sixth collegiate season after overcoming three knee injuries, and junior forward Amiah Hargrove is expected to improve on her 12.7‑point, 5.5‑rebound output from 2025‑26.
Nebraska’s veteran core and incoming talent
Nebraska will also debut two high‑profile newcomers: McDonald’s All‑American forward Ashlyn Koupal, a 6‑foot‑3 senior from Wagner, S.D., who posted 28 points and 14 rebounds per game in high school, and Indiana transfer Edessa Noyan, who logged 20 points and nine rebounds in a recent exhibition. The blend of experience and fresh talent fuels the program’s goal of extending its streak of NCAA Tournament appearances.
San Jose State arrives in Lincoln after a 4‑28 overall record (2‑18 Mountain West) in 2025‑26, finishing tied for last in the conference. Head coach Jonas Chatterton, in his second season, brings a résumé that includes 13 NCAA Tournament appearances as an assistant, but his first year as a head coach yielded limited success. The Spartans retain only guard Rylei Waugh from last season, while the roster is largely rebuilt with transfers such as forward Maleyni Tolliver, forward Christina Sánchez Cerqueira, and guard Adlee Blacklock, who scored 29 points in a preseason exhibition.
San Jose State’s rebuilding under Jonas Chatterton
The matchup marks the third all‑time meeting between the programs, with Nebraska leading the series 3‑0. While the Cornhuskers are favored to start the season with a win, the game offers San Jose State a chance to test its new roster against a seasoned Big Ten opponent.
Reader questions
When and where is the Nebraska women’s basketball season opener?
The game is scheduled for Monday, November 2, at 12 p.m. Central Time, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska.
How can I watch or listen to the game?
The matchup will be televised on Nebraska Public Media (NPM). Audio coverage is provided by the Huskers Radio Network and its affiliates.
Who are the key players to watch for Nebraska?
All‑conference guard Britt Prince, freshman standout Natalie Potts, senior forward Allison Weidner, and newcomers Ashlyn Koupal and Edessa Noyan are expected to be major contributors.
Source: si.com
