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Top 68 Teams Ranked for 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament

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The 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament bracket has been officially revealed. With 68 teams competing for the championship, fans are eagerly anticipating the action-packed games.

This year, UCLA has earned the No. 1 overall seed, a slight surprise over South Carolina. The Bruins have had an outstanding season, losing only two games, both to USC. However, they used those losses as motivation and secured a victory against JuJu Watkins’ Trojans in the Big Ten Tournament title game.

South Carolina, Texas, UConn, and Notre Dame round out the top five teams, each with their own compelling stories and strong rosters.

Top Contenders for the 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament

The top teams in the 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament have shown exceptional performance throughout the season. Here’s a closer look at the top contenders:

UCLA Bruins: No. 1 Overall Seed

UCLA has earned the No. 1 overall seed, thanks to their remarkable season. The Bruins have only lost two games, both to USC, but they bounced back with a victory against the Trojans in the Big Ten Tournament title game.

With strong wins, including a victory over South Carolina in November, UCLA is poised for a deep run in the tournament.

Key Highlights:

  • Only two losses all season
  • Victory against South Carolina in November
  • Big Ten Tournament title win against USC

South Carolina Gamecocks: No. 2 Seed

South Carolina, led by coach Dawn Staley, is a formidable team with a chance to earn their third national title in four years. The Gamecocks boast a suffocating defense and the strongest bench in the nation, making them a serious contender in this year’s tournament.

Key Highlights:

  • Chance for third national title in four years
  • Suffocating defense
  • Strongest bench in the nation

Other Top Teams to Watch

While UCLA and South Carolina are the top two seeds, several other teams are worth keeping an eye on. These teams have the potential to make deep runs in the tournament and possibly pull off some upsets.

Texas Longhorns: No. 3 Seed

The Texas Longhorns have had a strong season and are coming into the tournament as the No. 3 seed. With a balanced roster and solid performances throughout the season, Texas is a team to watch.

UConn Huskies: No. 4 Seed

Geno Auriemma’s UConn Huskies have made 15 of the last 16 Final Fours, and this year’s roster has the potential to continue that streak. With a win against South Carolina in February, UConn has shown they can compete with the best.

Key Highlights:

  • 15 of the last 16 Final Fours
  • Win against South Carolina in February

Notre Dame Fighting Irish: No. 5 Seed

Despite a recent slump, losing three of their last five games, Notre Dame still has a lot of talent and potential. The Fighting Irish’s backcourt duo of Hannah Hidalgo and Olivia Miles will be crucial for their success in the tournament.

Key Highlights:

  • Talented backcourt duo
  • Potential despite recent slump

Teams with Potential for Deep Runs

Several teams outside the top five have the potential to make deep runs in the tournament. These teams have shown resilience and skill throughout the season and could surprise many in March Madness.

LSU Tigers: No. 6 Seed

Kim Mulkey’s LSU Tigers, the 2023 champions, made it to the Elite Eight in 2024. With key players like Flau’Jae Johnson and Aneesah Morrow healthy, LSU is well-equipped for another deep run in the tournament.

Key Highlights:

  • 2023 champions
  • Elite Eight in 2024
  • Key players healthy

TCU Horned Frogs: No. 7 Seed

Hailey Van Lith and the TCU Horned Frogs have had a strong season, earning the No. 7 seed. Their performance in the tournament will be crucial for their chances of making a deep run.

NC State Wolfpack: No. 8 Seed

NC State has shown resilience throughout the season, earning the No. 8 seed. Their strong performances make them a team to watch in the tournament.

Duke Blue Devils: No. 9 Seed

Duke rounds out the top 10 teams, earning the No. 9 seed. With a solid roster and strong performances, the Blue Devils have the potential to make a deep run in the tournament.

Conclusion

The 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament promises to be an exciting and action-packed event.

With UCLA earning the No. 1 overall seed and several other strong teams in the mix, fans can expect thrilling games and potential upsets.

Keep an eye on the top contenders and teams with potential for deep runs as the tournament unfolds.

For more detailed rankings and insights, check out the full article on CBS Sports.

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