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About NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament

The NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, launched in 1982, has grown into one of the most anticipated events in college sports. Modeled after the men’s tournament, it began with just 32 teams before expanding to 64 in 1994 and then to 68 in 2022, adding the “First Four” play-in round. Every March, this tournament provides a national stage for the best women’s basketball programs, showcasing rising stars, powerhouse dynasties, and thrilling upsets that capture fans’ imaginations. Over the decades, it has helped elevate the visibility of women’s basketball and propelled countless athletes toward professional stardom.

The women’s tournament has produced countless iconic moments. In 1993, Sheryl Swoopes led Texas Tech to a national title with a jaw-dropping 47 points in the championship game, cementing her legacy as one of the sport’s greats. Just two years later, UConn’s first championship under coach Geno Auriemma in 1995 signaled the start of a dynasty, with the Huskies eventually becoming the standard of excellence in women’s basketball. Cinderella stories have also defined the tournament—such as Harvard’s stunning upset of No. 1 Stanford in 1998, the first time a 16-seed had ever defeated a top seed in either the men’s or women’s tournament. More recently, Arizona’s unexpected run to the 2021 title game reminded fans of the tournament’s unpredictability and magic.

The 2023–24 season pushed women’s basketball into an entirely new spotlight, thanks to record-breaking performances by Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Clark became the all-time NCAA scoring leader—across both men’s and women’s basketball—surpassing Pete Maravich’s 54-year-old record while setting marks for career points (3,951), points in a season (1,234), career points per game (28.42), and 3-pointers made. Reese, meanwhile, averaged a double-double (18.6 points and 13.4 rebounds per game), scored in double figures in every single LSU appearance (67 straight games), and finished her career as one of the nation’s best rebounders. Both carried their dominance into the WNBA, with Clark winning Rookie of the Year and leading the league in assists, while Reese shattered the all-time record for rebounds in a single season—both as rookies and both making the 2024 WNBA All-Star Team.

From legends like Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore, Breanna Stewart, and Sabrina Ionescu to the new wave of stars like Clark and Reese, the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament has been defined by greatness, grit, and unforgettable moments. Each spring, the women's tournament captures the intensity, athleticism, and passion of women’s basketball, inspiring future generations while solidifying its place as one of the most exciting traditions in sports.

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