The regional round of the 2025 NCAA Softball Tournament is nearing completion, reducing the competition from 64 teams to just 16 as they prepare for the Super Regionals. This pivotal next stage consists of a best-of-three series between two top-performing programs, granting the victorious side a chance to compete in the Women’s College World Series (WCWS) in Oklahoma City.
The top eight seeds are set to host the Super Regional round. However, there remains the possibility for one of the other nine teams to secure hosting rights if any of the top seeds falter in their battles. The tournament has already seen unexpected outcomes, such as the early exit of No. 10 LSU before the championship games on Sunday. Additionally, several ranked teams are facing critical matches on Sunday, where they must achieve two victories to extend their seasons.
Here is the current lineup for the Super Regionals:
– No. 2 Oklahoma (hosting the Norman Super Regional)
– No. 3 Florida (hosting the Gainesville Super Regional)
– No. 4 Arkansas (hosting the Fayetteville Super Regional)
– No. 5 Florida State (hosting the Tallahassee Super Regional)
– No. 6 Texas (hosting the Austin Super Regional)
– No. 7 Tennessee (hosting the Knoxville Super Regional)
– No. 8 South Carolina (hosting the Columbia Super Regional)
– No. 9 UCLA (traveling to Columbia Super Regional)
– No. 11 Clemson (traveling to Austin Super Regional)
– No. 12 Texas Tech (traveling to Tallahassee Super Regional)
– No. 15 Alabama (traveling to Norman Super Regional)
– Georgia (traveling to Gainesville Super Regional)
– Nebraska (traveling to Knoxville Super Regional)
– Liberty (waiting for the winner of Oregon vs. Stanford for the Super Regional spot)
The Super Regional action is set to kick off on Thursday, May 22, and will continue until Sunday, May 25. During this time, the competing teams across eight venues will battle it out in three-game series, ultimately determining which programs will earn a place in the upcoming Women’s College World Series.
As the excitement builds, fans can anticipate thrilling matchups and the potential for more surprises. This tournament showcases not just the talent and determination of the teams but also promises a competitive spirit that characterizes NCAA women’s softball.