Durham, North Carolina – The NCAA Division I Women’s Top 25 rankings have made a big splash as the 2025 regular season gets underway. Duke University has secured the No. 1 spot after a thrilling 3-2 victory over Penn State, jumping up from the No. 4 position it held in the preseason poll. This impressive performance has quickly made the Blue Devils the team to watch as the season unfolds.
Following closely behind Duke are Stanford at No. 2, Florida State at No. 3, UCLA at No. 4, and USC rounding out the Top 5. These teams are showing they are ready to contend for the national title.
The rankings reflect the performance of teams up to and including games played on August 17, 2025. Besides the top five, teams like Clemson, Santa Clara, and Mississippi State are receiving votes and could potentially disrupt the established order as the season progresses.
In addition to the team rankings, the SEC has also showcased its talent, with a total of 43 players selected as top contenders entering the season. Meanwhile, it’s worth keeping an eye on the BIG EAST as it begins its campaign.
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The excitement is palpable as fans gear up for a promising season ahead.
