UConn vs. LSU Reported for Neutral-Site Nashville Showcase on ESPN Next Season

The matchup surfaces as a response to scrutiny of LSU’s nonconference slate.

Overview

ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo disclosed the planned Nashville meeting during the A Touch More podcast hosted by Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe.
Yahoo Sports reports the game is not yet finalized, with the schools working toward a neutral-site agreement for the 2026–27 season.
ESPN is slated to broadcast the contest, positioning it as a national showcase in line with recent marquee women’s games at neutral venues.
The potential pairing would feature Hall of Fame coaches Geno Auriemma and Kim Mulkey, with UConn holding a decisive historical edge in the series.
Analysts characterize the matchup as a stylistic test, pitting UConn’s disciplined execution against LSU’s physical, rebounding-driven approach.