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TCU vs Virginia prediction, analysis, Sweet 16 expert picks for women’s March Madness
The women’s 2026 NCAA Tournament continues with Sweet 16 action Saturday as No. 3 TCU and No. 10 Virginia battle for a spot in the Elite Eight.
USA TODAY Sports’ college basketball experts have analyzed all the angles and determined a path to victory for each side. Here’s everything you need to know — including how to watch, betting odds and analysis — before the Sweet 16 matchup tips off.
Stay up to date with USA TODAY’s team of journalists covering the women’s NCAA Tournament throughout the 68-team dance.
TCU will win Sweet 16 game vs Virginia if…
- Mitchel Northam: Olivia Miles does Olivia Miles things and Marta Suarez has a good shooting night.
- Nancy Armour: Olivia Miles flirts with another triple-double.
- Meghan Hall: Olivia Miles keeps the ball moving for the Horned Frogs
- Heather Burns: It rebounds as a team and keeps Virginia from getting second chances.
- Cydney Henderson: The Horned Frogs can’t afford another slow start. Olivia Miles must get her teammates going early and often to stop a red-hot Virginia team. Taylor Bigby has been hot from the 3-point.
Virginia will win Sweet 16 game vs TCU if…
- Mitchel Northam: The Cavaliers have already beaten teams from the Big 12, SEC and Big Ten in the NCAA Tournament. If the Cavaliers continue to play with confidence and a nothing-to-lose mindset, they could be dangerous.
- Nancy Armour: It keeps playing like it knows it has house money.
- Meghan Hall: It can limit Olivia Miles and force TCU to beat it with anyone else
- Heather Burns: it can slow the pace and play within its offense.
- Cydney Henderson: Virginia’s defense fuels its offense and creating some more possessions will be paramount. Kymora Johnson will lead the way. Fatigue may be a factor as Virginia came through the First Four and played three overtime periods.
TCU vs Virginia: 1 Stat to watch
- Mitchel Northam: Virginia ranks 11th nationally in rebounding, third in blocked shots and 21st in 2-point defense. TCU will have to beat the Cavaliers from 3-point land.
- Nancy Armour: TCU has three players who average nine-plus points and 7.2 or more rebounds.
- Meghan Hall: An Olivia Miles triple-double is always a possibility.
- Heather Burns: Over/under 70 points: IF the game becomes a high scoring affair, that favors TCU.
- Cydney Henderson: Turnovers. Whichever team takes better care of the ball could come out victorious.
TCU vs Virginia Sweet 16 prediction
- Mitchel Northam: Virginia
- Nancy Armour: Virginia
- Meghan Hall: TCU
- Heather Burns: Virginia
- Cydney Henderson: TCU
3 TCU vs 10 Virginia odds
- Opening Moneyline: TCU (-500), Virginia (+380)
- Opening Spread: TCU (-9.5)
- Opening Total: 130.5
How to Watch TCU vs Virginia in the Sweet 16
No. 3 TCU takes on No. 10 Virginia at Golden 1 Center on March 28 at 7:30 PM The game is airing on ESPN.
Stream March Madness on Fubo
2026 Women’s NCAA Tournament full schedule
- March 18-19: First Four
- March 20-21: First Round
- March 22-23: Second Round
- March 27-28: Sweet 16
- March 29-30: Elite 8
- April 3: Final Four
- April 5: National Championship
Virginia
Skydiver rescued after crashing into scoreboard during Virginia Tech football scrimmage
A skydiver crashed into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before Virginia Tech’s spring football game Saturday.
Virginia Tech officials said on X that the skydiver “was safely secured and is currently stable” following rescue efforts. The incident caused a delay in the start of the spring game.
“Thankful for game days with Hokie Nation and for the Blacksburg and Virginia Tech first responders whose quick actions safely returned today’s parachuter to the ground without injury,” the university said.
The name of the skydiver wasn’t released.
“Our primary focus remains on their well-being,” Virginia Tech officials said in a statement. “We extend our sincere appreciation to the first responders, event staff, and medical personnel for their swift, coordinated and professional response.”
Video footage showed the skydiver’s parachute landing between the “C” and the “H” on the Virginia Tech lettering on top of the scoreboard before first responders rescued him.
CBS News has reached out to the Blacksburg Fire Department for details on the incident.
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Clemson baseball picks up big Game 2 win over Virginia Cavaliers
A much cleaner performance carried Clemson baseball on Friday, as it answered the previous night’s loss with a 5-1 win over No. 9 Virginia.
Michael Sharman set the tone from the start. He kept Virginia off balance all night, working eight innings while giving up just a single run. There weren’t many free passes, and he consistently pitched ahead, which allowed him to stay in control deep into the game. Hayden Simmerson wrapped things up in the ninth without any trouble.
At the plate, Nate Savoie was the difference. He delivered two home runs, including a go-ahead shot later in the game that put Clemson in front for good. His first long ball gave the Tigers an early edge, and he finished with three RBIs on the night.
Virginia managed to pull even midway through, but Clemson quickly responded. The offense strung together quality at-bats, with Bryce Clavon driving in a run and Luke Gaffney continuing his strong weekend with multiple hits. The Tigers created more separation late, adding another run after working a bases-loaded situation.
Clemson moves to 25-15 overall and 6-11 in conference play with the win. The series now comes down to Saturday’s matchup in Charlottesville.
Contact us @Clemson_Wire on X, and like our page on Facebook for ongoing coverage of Clemson Tigers news and notes, plus opinions.
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Car crashes into Murphy’s Irish Pub patio on the Oceanfront
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A car crashed into the patio at Murphy’s Irish Pub on the Oceanfront on Friday night.
Virginia Beach medics arrived at the scene around 7:54 p.m. at Murphy’s Irish Pub and found several victims, according to police. All were taken to the hospital with injuries ranging from non-life-threatening to very severe.
Medics are still on the scene, according to News 3’s team onsite.
This is an active scene and an ongoing investigation; News 3’s team will continue providing updates.
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