The 2025 DI Women’s Volleyball Championship will see No. 1 Kentucky compete against No. 3 Texas A&M on Sunday, December 21, at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. This matchup marks the first all-SEC national championship in the history of DI women’s volleyball.
Semifinal Highlights: Kentucky and Texas A&M Triumph
Texas A&M earned its spot in the final by defeating No. 1 Pitt in three straight sets, marking the program’s first appearance in a national championship. Kyndal Stowers led the Aggies with 16 kills, while the team maintained a hitting percentage of .433.
Kentucky achieved a thrilling five-set victory over No. 3 Wisconsin, marking its second national championship appearance, and first since winning the title in 2021. Eva Hudson contributed significantly with 29 kills, and the team heads into the final boasting 27 consecutive wins.
Championship Structure and Key Dates
The championship’s full 64-team bracket was announced on November 30. A total of 31 conference champions received automatic bids, along with 33 teams selected as at-large picks by the NCAA DI Women’s Volleyball Committee.
The national championship match is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on December 21 and will be broadcast on ABC. The tournament began with the selection show on November 30, followed by several rounds leading up to the semifinals on December 18.
Historical Context of DI Women’s Volleyball
The article outlines the complete history of DI women’s volleyball champions, providing context to the significance of this year’s tournament.
Fans are also encouraged to track undefeated teams in 2025 and note the success of other programs, such as MSU Denver, which won the DII women’s volleyball championship.
