It’s time to determine the national champion. After months of competition nationwide, only two teams are left vying for the title in women’s college basketball this season. This exciting matchup features renowned coaches Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley, showcasing UConn, the sport’s most storied program, against the rising powerhouse of South Carolina.
In the Final Four, Auriemma’s Huskies dominated the top overall seed, UCLA, winning by an impressive 34 points—the largest margin in regional final history. Sarah Strong was a standout performer, scoring 22 points on 9 of 13 shooting, along with eight rebounds, a steal, and a block. Azzi Fudd ignited UConn’s offense with 19 points in the first half. For UCLA, Lauren Betts was the lone offensive highlight, netting 26 points on 11 of 18 shooting, although her usual strong interior defense was not up to par that night.
South Carolina triumphed over Texas, thanks to the formidable Gamecocks defense. Under Staley’s leadership, the team limited Texas to just 22 points in the second half, securing a comfortable victory. Joyce Edwards, the standout freshman for South Carolina, broke free from her slump at a crucial moment, contributing 13 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Te-Hina Paopao also shone, scoring 14 points with an impressive shooting performance of 5 for 6 from the field and 3 for 4 from beyond the arc.
The national championship game is set for Sunday, featuring a rematch between South Carolina and UConn, echoing their 2022 title clash, which the Gamecocks won. Staley aims to guide South Carolina to its fourth national championship, while Auriemma is in pursuit of his 12th title.
Below, you’ll find all the essential details to stay updated on the action. Make sure to revisit this page, as it will be regularly updated with matchups and tip-off times over the next three weeks.
The latest 2025 NCAA DI women’s basketball tournament bracket is here.
Here’s the Championship Game Schedule–
- Final Four: Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. with the second semifinal starting 30 minutes after the first game ends. Both will be at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida
- NCAA championship game: Sunday, April 6 at 3 p.m. ET on ABC, hosted at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida
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