The Scarlet Knights represent Rutgers athletics in the Big Ten. The program traces its basketball history to 1766. Rutgers has won 5 Big Ten titles across program history. Across their last three games, the Scarlet Knights have gone 0-3, with a season record of 9-18 through 27 contests this season. In the paint, Imani Lester paces the Scarlet Knights with 29 blocks through 27 games. Imani Lester leads the boards with 138 rebounds. Located in , , Jersey Mike's Arena serves as the home of Scarlet Knights basketball, with a seating capacity of 8,000. The Scarlet Knights most recently faced Nebraska Cornhuskers on February 28, 2026, with the result a loss 52-93 at Lincoln, NE. Their next scheduled game is against LIU Sharks on November 2, 2026 at Piscataway, NJ. Sir Henry remains a fixture of the Scarlet Knights game-day experience inside Jersey Mike's Arena, where "The Bells Must Ring" continues to be played by the Rutgers band. RallyFuel connects Scarlet Knight fans directly with the athletes who represent Rutgers. Ninety percent of every contribution goes to the athlete, and refund protection covers any deal where conditions aren't met.
The Rutgers Women's Basketball program proudly competes at the NCAA Division I level as a key member of the esteemed Big Ten Conference, recognized as one of the premier collegiate basketball leagues nationally. This elite positioning consistently challenges Rutgers athletes against some of the most formidable basketball programs in the country, necessitating not only high-level athletic performance but also fostering significant player development. Within the university's athletic ecosystem, women's basketball stands as a cornerstone of Rutgers’ athletic identity, driving visibility and engagement while contributing substantially to the university's overall athletic profile. The program's unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in its rigorous competitive schedule, strategically designed to prepare student-athletes for future professional opportunities and cultivate well-rounded leaders who excel both on and off the court.
Rutgers Women's Basketball benefits from a state-of-the-art athletic infrastructure meticulously designed to optimize player performance, recovery, and academic success. The program’s home games are hosted at the Jersey Mike’s Arena, a modern venue with a seating capacity of approximately 8,000, which fosters an energetic and intimate atmosphere conducive to intense competition. This arena features high-quality playing surfaces and advanced technological systems that enhance both athletic and fan experiences.
Complementing the arena is a comprehensive training complex that prioritizes strength and conditioning, sports medicine, and skill development. Rutgers provides dedicated resources including:
