NC Women’s Ice Hockey Championship 2025: Full Bracket, Schedule & How to Watch

The 2025 NC Women’s Ice Hockey Championship is set, and it’s a familiar matchup—No. 1 Wisconsin and No. 2 Ohio State will battle for the title once again on Sunday, March 23. This marks the third straight year these two teams have met in the national championship, proving they are the dominant forces in women’s college hockey.

The journey to the final wasn’t easy. The 11-team tournament started with regional semifinals hosted by the top three seeds, followed by intense regional finals on neutral sites. Wisconsin had to get past a tough Minnesota squad, while Ohio State earned its spot by taking down Cornell.

With both teams hungry for another championship, fans can expect a high-energy, hard-fought battle on the ice. Will Wisconsin continue its reign, or can Ohio State break through and claim the title?

2025 NC Women’s Ice Hockey Championship Bracket

Check out the full tournament bracket below.

2025 NC women’s ice hockey championship schedule (all times in EST)

• National championship | Sunday, March 23 at 4 p.m. ET
  • No. 1 Wisconsin vs. No. 2 Ohio State
    • Watch live on ESPN+

2025 NC Women’s Ice Hockey Championship History

Ohio State enters the 2025 championship as the reigning titleholder after defeating Wisconsin in the 2024 final. The Buckeyes will look to defend their crown, while Wisconsin hopes to reclaim its place at the top.

Here’s a look back at the past decade of NC Women’s Ice Hockey champions and runners-up: