If you’re hunting for the burnt orange today, January 15, 2026, you better point your GPS toward South Carolina. Specifically, Columbia. The No. 4 Texas Longhorns women’s basketball team is stepping into a literal hornets' nest at the Colonial Life Arena. Honestly, this isn't just another game on the calendar; it’s a heavyweight rematch that has the entire SEC—and the country—talking.
Texas is taking on the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks.
The tip-off is set for 6:00 p.m. Central Time. If you aren't making the trek to South Carolina, you can catch the action nationally on ESPN2. Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, and Holly Rowe are on the call, so you know the energy is going to be through the roof.
Where is Texas Longhorns playing today and why it matters
The Longhorns (18-1) are currently navigating a brutal stretch of their schedule. Just a few days ago, they hit a speed bump in Baton Rouge, falling to LSU. But before you get too worried, remember that this team already beat South Carolina once this season. They took them down back in November during the Players Era Championship in Las Vegas.
Doing it twice? That’s the hard part.
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Playing in Columbia is a different beast entirely. The Gamecocks are riding a 10-game winning streak and haven't forgotten that Vegas loss. For Vic Schaefer’s squad, today is about proving that the early-season win wasn't a fluke.
Players to keep an eye on
Rori Harmon is basically the engine of this team. She’s currently chasing history. She needs just 12 more steals to break the all-time Texas record of 346, a mark that has stood since 1980. But it's her ball security that’s truly insane—she’s had 82 assists to just 10 turnovers over the last ten games.
Then there's Madison Booker. She’s been a force, recently becoming only the fifth player in program history to notch a triple-double. Between Booker’s scoring and Harmon’s floor generalship, Texas has the tools to win, but they have to handle the Gamecocks' size in the paint.
What about the Men's team?
If you were looking for the men’s basketball game today, you actually just missed them. They played last night, Wednesday, January 14.
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The Longhorns men's team pulled off a massive 80-64 upset against No. 10 Vanderbilt at the Moody Center. Matas Vokietaitis went off for 22 points, and Tramon Mark added 21. It was a statement win for Sean Miller’s group, moving them to 11-6 on the season.
They don't play today. They’ll be back in action this Saturday, January 17, for a huge rivalry game against Texas A&M in Austin.
Viewing guide for today's matchup
To make sure you don't miss a second of the women’s game today:
- Venue: Colonial Life Arena, Columbia, S.C.
- Time: 6:00 p.m. CT / 7:00 p.m. ET
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Radio: AM 1300 The Zone (Austin) or TexasSports.com
- Live Stream: WatchESPN app (with cable provider login)
South Carolina is doing a "Beyond Measure" rally towel giveaway and a "Garnet and White" section split, so expect a loud, hostile environment. Texas is going to have to lean on their defense, which has been stellar lately, outscoring opponents 338-86 in points off turnovers over the last 11 games.
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Looking ahead at the schedule
The grind doesn't stop after tonight. The women head back to Austin to host Texas A&M this Sunday. Meanwhile, the baseball team is still a few weeks out from their season opener against UC Davis on February 13.
If you’re planning to watch today, keep an eye on the turnover battle. Texas is second in the nation in fewest turnovers committed (about 10 per game). If they can keep that composure in a building as loud as Colonial Life, they’ve got a real shot at the sweep.
Actionable Next Steps:
- Check your local listings: Confirm ESPN2 is in your package before the 6:00 p.m. CT tip-off.
- Download the Texas Sports app: It’s the easiest way to listen to Craig Way’s radio call if you’re on the move.
- Clear your Saturday: Set an alert for the Men’s game against Texas A&M at 5:00 p.m. CT.