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<p>As August approached with no non-conference schedule for the Marquette women’s basketball team for the 2025-26 season, I speculated that we might have to wait for the Big East conference schedule to be announced. It seemed either head coach Cara Consuegra was still finalizing a couple of games, or it simply took longer than anticipated to confirm the schedule, hence the decision to wait until September.</p>
<p>However, on Thursday, just hours before the Big East revealed the men’s basketball schedules, Marquette unveiled their non-conference slate for the women's team. Notably, the Big East had shared on Wednesday when the men’s basketball schedule would be dropped, so Marquette was aware of the timeline but opted to release their information anyway, risking being overshadowed by the men’s announcements later that day.</p>
<p>At least the schedule provided start times for the home games, which is a plus.</p>
<h3>Non-Conference Schedule Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Monday, November 3: vs Winthrop Eagles</strong></p>
<p><strong>2024-25 Record:</strong> 16-15, 9-7 Big South<br/><strong>Ranking:</strong> #327<br/><strong>Series History:</strong> First encounter.</p>
<p>This matchup is in line with expectations for a season opener, as Winthrop has been ranked low for several seasons. The 11 AM Central start suggests it will likely be a game for local schools.</p>
<h3>Upcoming Matchups</h3>
<p><strong>Saturday, November 8: vs Wisconsin Badgers</strong></p>
<p><strong>2024-25 Record:</strong> 13-17, 4-14 Big East<br/><strong>Ranking:</strong> #95<br/><strong>Series History:</strong> Wisconsin leads 13-12. Marquette last won, 88-65, in December 2017.</p>
<p>This game marks the continuation of the series announced back in June, with Marquette having won the last three meetings.</p>
<p><strong>Tuesday, November 11: at Minnesota Golden Gophers</strong></p>
<p><strong>2024-25 Record:</strong> 25-11, 8-10 Big Ten<br/><strong>Ranking:</strong> #38<br/><strong>Series History:</strong> Tied 4-4. Last game: Marquette won 67-57 in December 1997.</p>
<p>With past meetings occurring in the 1990s, this should be an interesting matchup as both teams have not faced each other recently.</p>
<h3>More Non-Conference Details</h3>
<p><strong>Wednesday, November 19: at Milwaukee Panthers</strong></p>
<p><strong>2024-25 Record:</strong> 8-24, 5-15 Horizon League<br/><strong>Ranking:</strong> #274<br/><strong>Series History:</strong> Marquette leads 34-20. Last win: 69-51 last year.</p>
<p>The returning players from both teams makes this matchup noteworthy, especially given Marquette's recent success against Milwaukee.</p>
<h3>Key Events Later This Year</h3>
<p>The schedule also includes several notable games against strong teams, and it highlights the expected challenges Marquette will face throughout the season, along with the anticipated TV broadcasts that are set to increase women's basketball visibility.</p>
<p>Now, fans eagerly await the official Big East schedule and television arrangements, especially with a new deal that promises more coverage for women’s games, creating excitement for the upcoming season.</p>
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