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Dynasties Reign: College Hoops' Elite Title Winners
29 Jan
Summary
- UConn boasts a record 12 NCAA championships.
- Tennessee Lady Volunteers secured 8 titles under legendary coach Pat Summitt.
- Louisiana Tech was the first NCAA Division I women's champion in 1982.
The history of NCAA Division I women's basketball is defined by a select group of elite programs that have achieved multiple national championships. The UConn Huskies stand at the pinnacle with a record 12 titles, most recently winning in 2025 and affirming their enduring dominance.
Following UConn, the Tennessee Lady Volunteers have secured 8 championship titles. These victories were achieved between 1987 and 2008, under the legendary coaching of Pat Summitt, who never had a losing season in 38 years.
Louisiana Tech holds the distinction of winning the first-ever NCAA Division I women's championship in 1982. They added a second title in 1988, marking their significant early impact on the sport.
Other notable programs include USC with back-to-back titles in 1983-1984, Stanford with three championships including a recent win in 2021, and Baylor, which also claimed three titles across different decades.
South Carolina has emerged as a dominant force in the 2020s with three championships, most recently completing a perfect 38-0 season in 2024. Notre Dame and LSU each have two titles, with LSU's most recent win in 2023 marking a historic offensive performance.
Texas A&M secured its lone championship in 2011, a testament to their ability to reach the pinnacle of collegiate basketball.
