The 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament is in full swing, with the First Four matchups concluding and the excitement of March Madness officially beginning. Teams from across the nation are gearing up for intense, win-or-go-home battles, where a single loss means elimination.
Key Highlights from the First Four
Southern University secured a 68-56 victory over UC San Diego, marking their first-ever tournament win in seven appearances. This triumph earned them the No. 16 seed and a daunting matchup against No. 1 overall seed UCLA in the Round of 64.
Iowa State defeated Princeton 68-63, earning the No. 11 seed. Their next challenge will be against No. 6 Michigan, setting the stage for a thrilling first-round contest.
With these results, the full tournament bracket is now set, and fans can look forward to an action-packed schedule.
How to Watch the NCAA Women’s Tournament
Basketball enthusiasts can catch all the games live on ESPN, ABC, ESPNU, and ESPNews. Streaming options are available through ESPN+ and the NCAA March Madness Live app.
Complete Schedule for the 2025 NCAA Women’s Tournament
Wednesday, March 19 – First Four
No. 11 Iowa State 68, No. 11 Princeton 63
No. 16 Southern U. 68, No. 16 UC San Diego 56
Thursday, March 20 – First Four
No. 11 Columbia vs. No. 11 Washington – 7 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 16 UC San Diego vs. No. 16 Southern U. – 9 p.m. | ESPNU
Friday, March 21 – First Round (Round of 64)
No. 6 Michigan vs. No. 11 Iowa State – 11:30 a.m. | ESPN2
No. 4 Kentucky vs. No. 13 Liberty – 12 p.m. | ESPN
No. 8 Utah vs. No. 9 Indiana – 1:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 3 Notre Dame vs. No. 14 Stephen F. Austin – 2 p.m. | ESPN
No. 5 Kansas State vs. No. 12 Fairfield – 2:30 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 4 Baylor vs. No. 13 Grand Canyon – 3:30 p.m. | ESPNU
No. 2 TCU vs. No. 15 FDU – 3:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 1 South Carolina vs. No. 16 Tennessee Tech – 4 p.m. | ESPN
No. 7 Vanderbilt vs. No. 10 Oregon – 5:30 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 13 Montana State – 5:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 5 Ole Miss vs. No. 12 Ball State – 6 p.m. | ESPNU
No. 7 Louisville vs. No. 10 Nebraska – 6 p.m. | ESPN
No. 8 Richmond vs. No. 9 Georgia Tech – 7:30 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 2 Duke vs. No. 15 Lehigh – 8 p.m. | ESPNU
No. 5 Tennessee vs. No. 12 South Florida – 8 p.m. | ESPN
No. 1 UCLA vs. No. 16 Southern U. – 10 p.m. | ESPN
Saturday, March 22 – First Round (Round of 64)
No. 6 Iowa vs. No. 11 Murray State – 12 p.m. | ESPN
No. 2 UConn vs. No. 15 Arkansas State – 1 p.m. | ABC
No. 5 Alabama vs. No. 12 Green Bay – 1:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 2 NC State vs. No. 15 Vermont – 2 p.m. | ESPN
No. 6 West Virginia vs. No. 11 Columbia/Washington – 2 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 3 Oklahoma vs. No. 14 FGCU – 2:30 p.m. | ESPNU
No. 1 Southern California vs. No. 16 UNC Greensboro – 3 p.m. | ABC
No. 7 Oklahoma State vs. No. 10 South Dakota State – 3:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 4 Maryland vs. No. 13 Norfolk State – 4 p.m. | ESPN
No. 3 North Carolina vs. No. 14 Oregon State – 4:30 p.m. | ESPNU
No. 7 Michigan State vs. No. 10 Harvard – 4:30 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 8 California vs. No. 9 Mississippi State – 5:30 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 8 Illinois vs. No. 9 Creighton – 7:15 p.m. | ESPNews
No. 6 Florida State vs. No. 11 George Mason – 7:45 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 1 Texas vs. No. 16 High Point/William & Mary – 9:45 p.m. | ESPN2
No. 3 LSU vs. No. 14 San Diego State – 10:15 p.m. | ESPN
Upcoming Rounds
Sunday, March 23 – Second Round (Round of 32)
Monday, March 24 – Second Round (Round of 32)
Friday, March 28 – Sweet 16
Saturday, March 29 – Sweet 16
Sunday, March 30 – Elite Eight
Monday, March 31 – Elite Eight
Friday, April 4 – Final Four
Sunday, April 6 – National Championship
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament is shaping up to be a thrilling showcase of top-tier talent and unforgettable moments. With powerhouse teams and underdog surprises, every game is set to bring intense action and drama. Make sure to tune in and support your favourite teams as they battle for the national championship!
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