California State University at Bakersfield women’s basketball, led by new head coach Ray Alvarado, has announced its 2026-27 schedule featuring 30 regular-season games, including 16 home contests at the Icardo Center in Bakersfield, California. The schedule marks the beginning of the Alvarado era with a balanced and competitive lineup designed to engage fans throughout the season.
The Roadrunners will open their regular season at home against Stanislaus State on November 3, 2026. The non-conference slate includes challenging matchups against Utah Tech, Omaha, UTEP, San Jose State, Washington, San Francisco, Arizona State, and UCLA. Following the non-conference portion, the team will begin Big West Conference play with 22 games starting in early December at UC Santa Barbara and California State University, Northridge (CSUN).
Among the highlights of the schedule is a home game against Utah Valley on December 31, 2026. The regular season will conclude on March 6, 2027, with a road game at UC Irvine. The 2027 Big West Championship tournament is set for March 10-13 at Lee Family Forum in Henderson, Nevada, where the top eight teams will compete for the conference title and an NCAA tournament bid.
Before the season begins, Cal State Bakersfield will host a Select-A-Seat Event on September 24, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Icardo Center. Fans are invited to preview season ticket options, meet the men’s and women’s basketball teams and coaching staffs, and enjoy hospitality events. Season tickets are currently available for purchase, and single-game tickets will go on sale starting in early October.
CSB Take
The release of the 2026-27 women’s basketball schedule under new head coach Ray Alvarado signals a fresh start for Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners. The schedule offers a solid mix of home and road games against respectable competition, providing chances to build the program’s identity and compete strongly in the Big West Conference. This season will be pivotal for Alvarado to establish his leadership and set the foundation for future success.
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