The 2025 NCAA Division III Softball Championship has officially unveiled its 64-team lineup during an eagerly anticipated selection show broadcast on May 12, accessible via NCAA.com. This tournament categorizes teams into two distinct selection pools: automatic qualifiers, which emerge from conference tournament victories, and at-large berths.
Competition kicks off with the regional rounds beginning on Thursday, May 15, leading up to the championship finals, which will take place at Inspiration Field in Bloomington, Illinois, concluding on Wednesday, June 4.
Bracket Overview for the 2025 NCAA DIII Softball Tournament
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Championship Schedule & Details
- Selection Show: Monday, May 12 at 11 a.m.
- Regional Rounds: Thursday-Saturday, May 15-17
- Super Regionals: Thursday-Friday, May 22-23
- Finals: Thursday-Wednesday, May 29-June 4 at Inspiration Field, Bloomington, IL.
Regionals Breakdown
Angola, Indiana – Trine
- Thursday, May 15
- Friday, May 16
- Saturday, May 17
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania – Moravian
- Thursday, May 15
- Friday, May 16
- Saturday, May 17
Bloomington, Illinois – Illinois Wesleyan
- Thursday, May 15
- Friday, May 16
- Saturday, May 17
Cleveland, Ohio – Case Western Reserve
- Thursday, May 15
- Friday, May 16
- Saturday, May 17
Historical Context of the DIII Softball Championship
The genesis of the DIII softball national championship traces back to 1982, with Eastern Connecticut State emerging as the inaugural champion after defeating TCNJ and going undefeated in the finals. Most recently, East Texas Baptist claimed the 2024 championship title, marking their first since 2010, by overcoming Belhaven with a score of 9-5.
Championship Winners Since Inception
| Year | Champion (Record) | Coach | Score | Runner-Up | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | East Texas Baptist (48-3) | Janae Shirley | 9-5 | Belhaven | Marshall, Texas |
For further insights on the NCAA DIII Softball Championship, visit the NCAA’s official site.
