Auburn University Women’s Basketball SEC Conference Preview

The women's basketball team of Auburn University is set to play for the 2022-23 season of conference games. Despite a loss to Ole Miss for the team's SEC conference opener, if you're looking for fun things to do in Auburn, catching a home game for the women's basketball team should be at the top of your list! 

2022-23 is expected to be an exciting season. Here's a quick look at what to expect, along with insights into where to stay when in town for a game.

The 2022-23 Season

The preseason action took off with an exciting game on November 8 against Sam Houston. The Auburn University Tigers came away with a 90-76 win. The team had a winning record to begin conference play just before the new year. 

Top Contenders for the Season

The team will see 16 matchups against SEC opponents during the conference season. Catching a home game means seeing the women's basketball team battle Ole Miss, Vanderbilt, Texas A&M, South Carolina, Missouri, Florida, Arkansas, and Alabama. 

The most formidable team to beat this season will be South Carolin, predicted to win the championship by a panel of experts. In 2021-22, South Carolina won the NCAA Tournament championship by defeating UConn. Other top opponents within the conference this season are Tennessee, Ole Miss, and LSU. 

The Tigers Roster

Johnnie Harris, the team's coach, has retained a roster of veterans to represent the team for the SEC. In addition, for the 2022-23 season, the team features eight new players, including Jakayla Johnson, who is expected to perform well this season. 

Junior Aicha Coulibaly and senior Honesty Scott-Grayson are the two top players to watch this season.

When Can You Cath a Home Game?

The women's basketball team plays at home again on January 22, 2023, with the opportunity to recapture a win against Ole Miss this season. You can also catch them at home against Florida, Arkansas, and South Carolina later this month or into February, so plan your trip accordingly! 

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