Stanford Falls to Tennessee 65-62 Despite "Red Out" at Maples Pavilion

Stanford, CA – The Stanford Women's Basketball team experienced a narrow 65-62 defeat against No. 19 Tennessee on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Maples Pavilion. The highly anticipated ACC/SEC Challenge matchup saw a vibrant "Red out" crowd, as fans were encouraged to wear red to support the Cardinal. The official Stanford WBB social media account rallied supporters, stating, "> Red out at Maples tonight‶‶"

The game marked a significant early-season test for the Cardinal, who entered the contest with an 8-2 record. Despite the enthusiastic home crowd participating in the "Red out" initiative, Stanford was unable to overcome the Lady Volunteers in a closely contested battle. The loss brings Stanford's season record to 8-3.

Maples Pavilion, Stanford's historic home court, was the venue for the high-stakes non-conference game. The "Red out" event aimed to create an intimidating atmosphere for the visiting team and a unified display of support for the Cardinal as they faced a nationally ranked opponent. Such fan engagement initiatives are common in college basketball to boost team morale and home-court advantage.

The matchup against Tennessee, a perennial powerhouse in women's college basketball, was a key fixture in Stanford's non-conference schedule. The game provided an early indicator of the team's competitive standing as they prepare for upcoming conference play and their pursuit of a strong season. The Cardinal will look to rebound from this close loss as their 2025-26 campaign continues.