Overview
The 2023–24 SMU Mustangs women's basketball team represented Southern Methodist University (SMU) in the 2023–24 NCAA Division I women's basketball season. The Mustangs competed as members of the American Athletic Conference (AAC) and played their home games at Moody Coliseum in Dallas, Texas.
Coaching staff
- Head coach: Toyelle Wilson (2nd year)
- Associate head coach: Gabrielle Gregg
- Assistant coaches: Kaitlyn Lamm, Cam Kohl, and Marisa Sullivan
Roster
The roster for the 2023–24 season included scholarship athletes across the standard positions of guard, forward, and center. Roster composition (player names, class year, and positions) was released by SMU Athletics prior to the start of the season. For the most current roster, refer to the official SMU Mustangs women's basketball webpage.
Season schedule
The Mustangs' non‑conference and conference schedule was announced in August 2023. The schedule comprised:
- Exhibition games (typically one or two matches prior to the regular season)
- Non‑conference regular‑season games against opponents from various Division I programs
- American Athletic Conference regular‑season games (home and away)
- AAC tournament postseason play
Exact dates, opponents, and venues were listed on SMU’s athletics site and in the AAC’s released schedule. Results, win‑loss record, and statistical leaders were to be updated throughout the season.
Rankings
Preseason national rankings for the SMU women's basketball program were not released in the major polls (Associated Press Top 25 and USA Today Coaches Poll). The team’s performance in the AAC and any subsequent national ranking would be reflected in weekly polls as the season progressed.
Season outlook
Entering the 2023–24 season, SMU sought to improve upon its prior year’s performance under Coach Wilson’s guidance, aiming to compete for a higher placement within the AAC and to secure a berth in the NCAA tournament. Specific goals and projections were communicated by the coaching staff in preseason media interviews.
See also
- SMU Mustangs women's basketball
- American Athletic Conference women's basketball
- 2023–24 NCAA Division I women's basketball season
References
- Southern Methodist University Athletics – Women’s Basketball: 2023–24 Team Page (official SMU website)
- American Athletic Conference – Women’s Basketball Schedule Release (AAC official communications)
- Press releases and media guides issued by SMU Athletics, August 2023.
