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BYU Women’s Basketball Claims Historic Big 12 Tournament Win

3/5/2026

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Summary

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BYU women's basketball from Brigham Young University defeated Houston 76-66 on March 4, 2026 to win its first-ever Big 12 Tournament game.
The ninth-seeded Cougars (21-10) advanced to the second round to face Utah.
BYU committed 22 turnovers but shot 53 percent in the second half.
Olivia Hamlin led BYU with 16 points.
The win strengthens BYU's at-large NCAA Tournament bid ahead of Utah.

History

Historical Context

The Big 12 Conference, founded in 1994, expanded in 2023 by adding Brigham Young University (BYU), Cincinnati, Houston, and UCF, reshaping collegiate athletics. This expansion intensified competition among its 16 members, including Kansas and Texas. BYU's victory over Houston in 2026 exemplifies the program's growth and highlights the evolving dynamics of college sports amid ongoing conference realignments.

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Story summary

BYU women's basketball from Brigham Young University defeated Houston 76-66 on March 4, 2026 to win its first-ever Big 12 Tournament game.
The ninth-seeded Cougars (21-10) advanced to the second round to face Utah.
BYU committed 22 turnovers but shot 53 percent in the second half.
Olivia Hamlin led BYU with 16 points.
The win strengthens BYU's at-large NCAA Tournament bid ahead of Utah.

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