University of Northern Colorado Athletics

Credit: Phil Lambert
11/6/2026 10:31:00 AM | Women's Basketball
GREELEY, Colo. - Northern Colorado women's basketball is set for its first road test of the 2026-27 season as the Bears travel to Austin, Texas, to take on No. 6 Texas.
Coming off a strong season-opening performance, UNC will look to carry its offensive momentum into a challenging match up against one of the nation's top programs.
Fans can follow all the live action with video streams and live stats available on UNCBears.com and stay connected through the official UNC Athletics social media channels.
LAST TIME OUT: Northern Colorado opened the 2026-27 season strong, earning a dominant victory over Hastings. The Bears showcased their offensive firepower, reaching the 100-point mark for the 21st time in program history to start the season on a high note.
Leading the way for UNC was Heather Baymon, who delivered a career night in the season opener. Baymon poured in a career-high 30 points while knocking down eight three-pointers, providing a major spark for the Bears' offensive attack. Her performance helped lead Northern Colorado to an impressive opening-night victory as the team prepares for its first road challenge of the season.
THE OPPONENT: Texas enters the match up ranked No. 6 nationally, presenting the Bears with an early-season test against one of the top teams in the country. Saturday's contest marks the first-ever meeting between Northern Colorado and the Longhorns, giving UNC an opportunity to test itself against nationally ranked competition.
The Longhorns opened their season with a 20-point victory over FDU on Wednesday night.
FASTBREAK CLUB: The Fastbreak Club supports the continued success of UNC Women's Basketball by helping provide the tools student-athletes need to develop and compete. Your contribution helps enhance training, nutrition, equipment and team experiences, allowing our Bears to focus on improving their game and building a strong program.
Give to the Fastbreak Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action at uncbears.com and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsWBB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsWBB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsWBB)
Coming off a strong season-opening performance, UNC will look to carry its offensive momentum into a challenging match up against one of the nation's top programs.
Fans can follow all the live action with video streams and live stats available on UNCBears.com and stay connected through the official UNC Athletics social media channels.
LAST TIME OUT: Northern Colorado opened the 2026-27 season strong, earning a dominant victory over Hastings. The Bears showcased their offensive firepower, reaching the 100-point mark for the 21st time in program history to start the season on a high note.
Leading the way for UNC was Heather Baymon, who delivered a career night in the season opener. Baymon poured in a career-high 30 points while knocking down eight three-pointers, providing a major spark for the Bears' offensive attack. Her performance helped lead Northern Colorado to an impressive opening-night victory as the team prepares for its first road challenge of the season.
THE OPPONENT: Texas enters the match up ranked No. 6 nationally, presenting the Bears with an early-season test against one of the top teams in the country. Saturday's contest marks the first-ever meeting between Northern Colorado and the Longhorns, giving UNC an opportunity to test itself against nationally ranked competition.
The Longhorns opened their season with a 20-point victory over FDU on Wednesday night.
FASTBREAK CLUB: The Fastbreak Club supports the continued success of UNC Women's Basketball by helping provide the tools student-athletes need to develop and compete. Your contribution helps enhance training, nutrition, equipment and team experiences, allowing our Bears to focus on improving their game and building a strong program.
Give to the Fastbreak Club today!
FOLLOW THE BEARS: Fans can follow and stay up to date on all the Bear action at uncbears.com and on social media. Follow the Bears on X (formerly Twitter) (@UNC_BearsWBB), Instagram (@UNC_BearsWBB), and Facebook (/UNCBearsWBB)
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