The 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament is officially underway, with 68 teams battling for the championship. The SEC and Big Ten lead the way among top-seeded teams, showcasing their dominance throughout the season. With high stakes and intense matchups, the tournament promises thrilling action as teams fight for a shot at the title.
First Four Recap
The tournament tipped off with First Four games, setting the stage for the main event. In a hard-fought battle, No. 11 Iowa State defeated No. 11 Princeton 68-63 after a strong second-half comeback led by Audi Crooks’ 27 points. Meanwhile, No. 16 Southern secured a 68-56 victory over UC San Diego, propelled by Soniyah Reed’s career-high 22 points.
Upcoming First Four Games
– No. 11 Columbia vs. No. 11 Washington – Thursday, 7:00 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
– No. 16 High Point vs. No. 16 William & Mary – Thursday, 9:00 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
Regional Breakdown & Key Matchups
Regional 1 – Spokane
– No. 1 UCLA vs. No. 16 Southern – Friday, 10:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 8 Richmond vs. No. 9 Georgia Tech – Friday, 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPNews)
– No. 3 LSU vs. No. 14 San Diego State – Saturday, 10:15 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 2 NC State vs. No. 15 Vermont – Saturday, 2:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Regional 2 – Birmingham
– No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 16 Tennessee Tech – Friday, 4:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 8 Utah vs. No. 9 Indiana – Friday, 1:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
– No. 5 Alabama vs. No. 12 Wisconsin-Green Bay – Saturday, 1:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
– No. 2 Duke vs. No. 15 Lehigh – Friday, 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPNU/ESPN+)
Regional 3 – Birmingham
– No. 1 Texas vs. High Point/William & Mary winner – Saturday, 9:45 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
– No. 5 Tennessee vs. No. 12 USF – Friday, 8:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 7 Louisville vs. No. 10 Nebraska – Friday, 6:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 2 TCU vs. No. 15 Fairleigh Dickinson – Friday, 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
Regional 4 – Spokane
– No. 1 USC vs. No. 16 UNC Greensboro – Saturday, 3:00 p.m. ET (ABC)
– No. 6 Iowa vs. No. 11 Murray State – Saturday, 12:00 p.m. ET (ESPN)
– No. 3 Oklahoma vs. No. 14 Florida Gulf Coast– Saturday, 2:30 p.m. ET (ESPNU)
– No. 2 UConn vs. No. 15 Arkansas State – Saturday, 1:00 p.m. ET (ABC)
Final Four & Championship
After thrilling regional battles, the best teams will converge in Tampa for the Final Four in April, where the national champion will be crowned.
With powerhouse programs, rising contenders, and potential Cinderella stories, the 2025 NCAA Women’s Tournament promises nonstop excitement. Who will cut down the nets? Stay tuned!
