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2025 Final Four Results: UConn Beats UCLA, South Carolina Tops Texas to Secure Spot in NCAA Championship

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The 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four took over Tampa on Friday night, delivering an exciting display of talent and determination as the sport’s top stars rose to the occasion. After days of eager anticipation, two elite teams secured their spots in the national championship game, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown.

South Carolina Continues its Quest for Back-to-Back Titles: Gamecocks Defeat Texas 74-57

In the opening game of the night, South Carolina solidified its position as one of the most dominant forces in college basketball. The Gamecocks, aiming to become the first team since UConn’s four-year reign from 2013 to 2016 to win back-to-back national titles, battled their way past a tough Texas squad with a decisive 74-57 win.

South Carolina, the No. 1 seed, showed resilience after a slow start. Texas took an early lead, but the Gamecocks quickly found their rhythm, cutting the deficit to just one point by the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, they neutralized Texas’s efforts, maintaining a close game going into halftime with a slim 38-35 lead. However, it was in the third quarter where South Carolina truly began to pull away. A stellar 20-9 run in the third frame allowed them to extend their lead to 58-44. With key three-pointers and clutch plays, the Gamecocks continued to dominate in the final quarter, finishing strong for a comfortable victory.

The win puts South Carolina in position to claim their third national title in just four seasons, further solidifying their place as a powerhouse in women’s college basketball.

UConn Rolls Past UCLA 85-51: Huskies Eye First National Championship in Nearly a Decade

In the second semifinal, No. 2 seed UConn cruised to an 85-51 victory over No. 1 UCLA, continuing their march toward their first national championship in almost a decade. While Paige Bueckers, the standout UConn star, didn’t deliver a record-breaking performance, it was clear that the Huskies were firing on all cylinders, led by an explosive first half from Azzi Fudd.

The game was never in doubt, as UConn dominated the Bruins from start to finish. Fudd’s hot shooting early in the game allowed the Huskies to build a commanding lead, while Bueckers, typically the focal point of UConn’s offense, played a more supportive role, contributing 12 points in the easy win. Despite not hitting her usual high-scoring marks, Bueckers’ presence was still felt as she helped facilitate the offense, allowing her teammates to shine.

This victory set the stage for a highly anticipated rematch between UConn and South Carolina in the national championship game on Sunday afternoon at Amalie Arena. For Bueckers, this championship is the final piece of her collegiate career that has already seen numerous accolades, but a national title remains elusive. The stage is set for what promises to be an unforgettable championship clash.

Final Four Recap:

  • South Carolina 74, Texas 57: The Gamecocks advance to their third national title game in four years, led by a dominant third-quarter performance and clutch contributions from Te-Hina Paopao and Joyce Edwards.
  • UConn 85, UCLA 51: The Huskies roll over the Bruins with a stellar first-half performance, setting up a thrilling national championship game against South Carolina.

Looking Ahead: UConn vs. South Carolina – The National Championship Showdown

With South Carolina aiming for its third national title in four seasons and UConn seeking its first championship in nearly a decade, the stage is set for a fierce competition. The two powerhouses will meet in a highly anticipated national championship game on Sunday, promising fans an electrifying contest to cap off the 2025 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament.

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