NCAA Women's Basketball Champ Week 2025: Key Takeaways, Top Seeds, and Tournament Predictions

Explore the key takeaways from NCAA Women's Basketball Champ Week 2025, including top seeds, team performances, and predictions for March Madness.

Champ Week Highlights

The Power 4 Conferences crowned their champions this past Sunday, setting the stage for an exciting NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament. South Carolina reclaimed the SEC title, TCU dominated the Big 12, UCLA triumphed in the Big Ten, and Duke clinched the ACC championship. With these results, the top seeds for the NCAA tournament are nearly finalized, leaving fans eager for the action to begin.

Top Seeds and Bracketology

South Carolina’s commanding performance in the SEC championship game propelled them to the No. 1 overall seed, overtaking Texas. UCLA and USC also secured top seeds, with Texas rounding out the top four. Baylor’s impressive run in the Big 12 tournament earned them a spot in the top 16, while Tennessee, Alabama, and Kansas State dropped to No. 5 seeds after early exits.

Notre Dame’s Struggles

Notre Dame, once a dominant force, has hit a rough patch, losing three of their last five games. Issues on both ends of the court, including a stalled half-court offense and defensive lapses, have raised concerns. With key players like Hannah Hidalgo and Olivia Miles not performing at their peak, the Irish face an uphill battle as they head into the tournament.

Title Contenders

South Carolina remains the favorite, with Chloe Kitts and MiLaysia Fulwiley leading the charge. USC, despite a loss to UCLA, has the talent to bounce back, thanks to JuJu Watkins. Texas, while strong defensively, may struggle offensively, especially from beyond the arc. UCLA’s victory over USC was impressive, but their high turnover rate and rebounding issues could be their downfall.

Duke and TCU’s Chances

Duke’s strong defensive play and offensive cohesion make them a dark horse, but their inconsistency could be a hurdle. TCU, led by Hailey Van Lith and Sedona Prince, peaked at the right time, though their lack of NCAA tournament experience could be a factor.

Final Thoughts

As Selection Sunday approaches, the excitement builds. South Carolina looks poised for another deep run, but with so much parity this season, anything can happen in March Madness. Stay tuned for the official bracket reveal and get ready for some thrilling basketball action!

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