Lubbock is buzzing. If you haven't been keeping up with Krista Gerlich’s squad lately, honestly, you're missing out on some of the grittiest basketball in the Big 12. The 2025-26 season has been a whirlwind. We aren't just talking about a team that shows up; we’re talking about a group that has been knocking off ranked opponents and defending the United Supermarkets Arena like their lives depend on it.
The Texas Tech Lady Raider basketball schedule is entering its most brutal stretch right now. January and February in this conference? It's basically a gauntlet. You've got legacy powers like Baylor and Kansas State mixed in with the new altitude-heavy trips to Utah and BYU.
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The Remaining 2025-26 Home Stand in Lubbock
There is something special about a game day in West Texas. The "USA" (United Supermarkets Arena) gets loud, and the Lady Raiders have leaned on that energy. If you're looking to catch a game in person, here is what the home slate looks like for the rest of the regular season.
On Saturday, January 17, Kansas State comes to town for a 1:00 PM CST tip-off. This is a massive one. K-State is always tough, and for the Lady Raiders to keep pace in the standings, protecting the home floor against the Wildcats is non-negotiable.
After a road trip to the Rockies, the team returns to Lubbock on Wednesday, January 28, to face Iowa State at 6:00 PM. Following that, they host TCU on Sunday, February 1, at 1:00 PM.
The schedule doesn't let up in February. You'll want to circle February 10 when the Kansas Jayhawks visit at 6:00 PM. But the real "big one" on everyone's calendar? Wednesday, February 18. That’s when Baylor arrives for a 6:00 PM showdown. The Lady Raiders already stole one in Waco earlier this season with a 61-60 thriller, so expect the Bears to come in with a chip on their shoulder.
The regular-season home finale happens on March 1 against Arizona State at 2:00 PM. It’s Senior Day, and with stars like Bailey Maupin and Snudda Collins in their final year, the emotions are going to be through the roof.
Catching the Lady Raiders on the Road
Travel in the new Big 12 is no joke. The Lady Raiders have some serious miles ahead of them.
- January 21: At BYU (Provo, UT) – 7:00 PM MST
- January 24: At Utah (Salt Lake City, UT) – 5:00 PM MST
- February 7: At Houston (Houston, TX) – 5:00 PM
- February 14: At Oklahoma State (Stillwater, OK) – 2:30 PM (Valentine's Day hoops, anyone?)
- February 21: At Colorado (Boulder, CO) – 7:00 PM MST
- February 25: At Kansas (Lawrence, KS) – 6:30 PM
The back-to-back mountain trips to BYU and Utah are particularly daunting. Playing at altitude is a different beast, and those environments in Provo and Salt Lake are famously hostile.
Why This Schedule Is Different
Honestly, the Big 12 is deeper than it has ever been. Adding the "Four Corners" schools (Arizona, Arizona State, Utah, and Colorado) changed the geometry of the season. Earlier in January, the Lady Raiders absolutely dismantled Arizona 80-49. That wasn't just a win; it was a statement.
Coach Gerlich has this team playing a brand of defense that feels like a throwback to the Sheryl Swoopes era. They’re suffocating. They’re physical.
Bailey Maupin is the engine. She’s averaging over 15 points a game, but it's her ability to draw fouls and get to the line in the fourth quarter that wins games. Then you have Snudda Collins, who can go nuclear from three-point range at any moment. When those two are clicking, the Lady Raiders can beat anyone in the country.
The Under-the-Radar Factors
We have to talk about the road win at West Virginia on January 7. Winning 71-66 in Morgantown is incredibly hard. That game proved this team has the mental toughness to handle the travel requirements of the modern Big 12.
If you're planning on watching from home, most of these games are tucked away on ESPN+, though the bigger matchups occasionally flex to FS1 or Big 12 Now.
How to Get Tickets
Tickets are surprisingly affordable for the level of talent on the floor. Single-game tickets for most matchups at the United Supermarkets Arena start around $15. If you're looking at the Baylor or Kansas State games, prices might tick up a bit on the secondary market, but you can usually find a seat for under $40 even on short notice.
- Direct Purchase: The Texas Tech Athletics website is the safest bet.
- The Box Office: You can grab them at the arena, but for weekend games, they do sell out the lower bowl.
- Student Section: If you're a student, get there early. The "Raider Riot" section has been getting more crowded as the winning streak grows.
The Texas Tech Lady Raider basketball schedule is designed to test them before the Big 12 Championship in Kansas City. Every game from here on out is essentially a seeding battle for the NCAA Tournament. They aren't just playing for wins; they're playing for a chance to host those first two rounds in Lubbock.
If you want to support the team, your best move is to show up for the mid-week games. Wednesday nights can be quiet, and that’s when the players really need the crowd to help them push through the mid-season fatigue. Grab some gear, head to the USA, and get ready for some high-stakes West Texas basketball.
Keep an eye on the official social media channels for any last-minute tip-off time changes, especially for the road games in the Mountain Time Zone, as TV networks occasionally move things around.
Actionable Next Steps
- Check the TV listings: Verify if the upcoming Kansas State game is on ESPN+ or a local affiliate.
- Secure Baylor tickets: If you want to see the rivalry game on February 18, buy those tickets now before the "Waco revenge" hype drives prices up.
- Review the roster: Familiarize yourself with freshman Stephanie Okechukwu—the 7-foot-1 center is starting to get more minutes and is a game-changer on defense.