The 2025 women’s NCAA tournament officially kicked off Wednesday with the first pair of First Four games. Iowa State and Southern already punched their tickets. Which team will be next?
No. 11 Washington (19-13) will face off against No. 11 Columbia (23-6) at Carmichael Arena in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on Thursday, with the winner securing a date to dance against No. 6 West Virginia.
The play-in marks the Huskies’ first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2017. Washington is led by guards Elle Ladine and Sayvia Sellers, who are averaging 39.4% combined from beyond the arc. Meanwhile, Columbia is making its second consecutive First Four appearance.
The last First Four matchup will see No. 16 William & Mary (15-18) and No. 16 High Point (21-11) square off at Moody Center in Austin, Texas. The winner will face No. 1 seed Texas.
What time are the Women’s March Madness First Four games today?
March Madness continues with a second night of women’s First Four action. No. 11 Washington takes on No. 11 Columbia at 7 p.m. ET, followed by No. 16 William & Mary vs. No. 16 High Point. The second game has an approximate start time of 9 p.m. ET.
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How to watch First Four Thursday: TV, streaming coverage
- TV channels: ESPN2
- Live stream: Fubo, which offers a free trial subscription for new users.
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Women’s March Madness First Four odds
March Madness First Four odds, according to BetMGM.
Odds as of Wednesday, March 19
Washington vs. Columbia
- Spread: Washington (-3.5)
- Moneyline: Washington (-160); Columbia (+135)
- Total: 137.5
William and Mary vs. High Point
- Spread: High Point (-5.5)
- Moneyline: High Point (-235); Texas (+195)
- Total: 126.5
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