The 2025 NCAA Division I Softball Tournament: A Deep Dive into the Action
As the excitement builds for the 2025 Division I softball tournament, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The regional matches kicked off on May 16 and will continue through the weekend, featuring an elite 64-team field divided into 16 regionals. The journey to the Women’s College World Series is on, and it promises to be a thrilling ride.
Tournament Format and Progression
In the initial stage, the winner from each of the 16 regional rounds will progress to the super regional phase. From there, only eight teams will earn the coveted spots in the Women’s College World Series, which is set to light up Oklahoma City from May 29 to June 5/6.
Interactive Bracket
The tournament bracket for 2025 is visually engaging and crucial for following the progression of each team. Fans can tap into the interactive bracket here, where they can see matchups, schedules, and results at a glance.
Tournament Schedule
The tournament is packed with action! Here’s a breakdown of the schedule, with all times listed as Eastern:
Regionals (May 16-18)
Each regional will host pivotal matchups determining which teams advance. Here’s a look at the specific regionals and their schedules:
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Bryan-College Station Regional – Bryan-College Station, Texas
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 4 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 6:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Norman Regional – Norman, Oklahoma
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 2 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 4:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Gainesville Regional – Gainesville, Florida
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 1 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 3:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Fayetteville Regional – Fayetteville, Arkansas
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 4 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 6:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Tallahassee Regional – Tallahassee, Florida
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 12 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 2:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Austin Regional – Austin, Texas
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 1 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 3:30 p.m. | TV TBD
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Knoxville Regional – Knoxville, Tennessee
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 12 p.m. | TV TBD
- Game 7 (if necessary): 2:30 p.m. | TV TBD
- Columbia Regional – Columbia, South Carolina
- May 16: TBD
- May 17: TBD
- May 18:
- Game 6: 1 p.m. | ESPN2
- Game 7 (if necessary): 3:30 p.m. | TV TBD
(Additional regionals continue similarly.)
Women’s College World Series Championship History
The Women’s College World Series has seen an exciting evolution since its inception in 1982. Over the years, dominant programs have made their mark, with Oklahoma leading the pack recently. Notably, they won championships in 2024, 2023, and 2022, with coaches like Patty Gasso steering their successful campaigns.
Below is a brief excerpt of the championship history:
| Year | Champion (Record) | Coach | Score | Runner-Up | Site |
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| 2024 | *Oklahoma (59-7) | Patty Gasso | 8-4 | Texas | Oklahoma City |
| 2023 | *Oklahoma (61-1) | Patty Gasso | 3-1 | Florida State | Oklahoma City |
| 2022 | *Oklahoma (59-3) | Patty Gasso | 10-5 | Texas | Oklahoma City |
| … | … | … | … | … | … |
Ticketing Information for the Women’s College World Series
Fans eager to catch the action live at Devon Park in Oklahoma City can find comprehensive ticket information here.
How to Share the Excitement
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Dive into all the action of the 2025 NCAA Division I softball tournament and let the games begin!
