Anchorage (March 30) – The UAA women’s basketball team will kick off its 2026-27 season with a trip to Honolulu for the prestigious Hoops In Hawaii Tip-Off Classic, head coach Matt Thune announced Monday.

The Seawolves will take the court Oct. 30-Nov. 1 at Chaminade University in the annual event, which features a traditional eight-team bracket format.

“We’re thrilled to be included in one of the premier in-season tournaments in Div. II women’s basketball,” said Thune, who led UAA to a 16-11 record in his first season. “Not only will we face challenging opponents, but it’s a great opportunity for our fans to follow us to an incredible destination.”

Along with the Seawolves and the host school, the 2026 Tip-Off Classic features reigning NCAA Div. II semifinalist Colorado Mesa, three-time national champion Lubbock Christian, Hawaii Pacific, St. Mary’s (Texas), Western Colorado and Winona State. Matchups and game times will be announced at a later date.

To make travel plans, contact Sports Travel Hawaii at 808-395-9541 or email kalei@sportstravelhawaii.com to save on flights, hotels, ground transportation and more. Indicate you are traveling to follow UAA, and they will customize your package and aid in trip preparations.

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