UNC Women’s Basketball Opens Season Ranked No. 12 In AP Poll

Posted Oct 20, 2026
For the third straight season, UNC Women's Basketball finds itself ranked in the top 15 in the 2026-27 Preseason AP Poll, with the Tar Heels slotted at No. 12. It marks the fourth season under Courtney Banghart in which the Tar Heels have opened the season in the top 15. The Tar Heels remained consistently ranked last season, peaking at No. 11 in the AP Poll. (GoHeels.com)

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