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UConn Maintains Top Spot in Women's College Basketball Rankings
12/22/2025, 8:46:49 PM
Current Rankings Overview
The Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll, released on December 22, 2025, sees the University of Connecticut (UConn) retaining its No. 1 position after a decisive 90-64 victory over then-No. 11 Iowa in the Women's Champions Classic. UConn remains unbeaten with a record of 12-0, receiving 25 out of 32 first-place votes from the national media panel. Texas holds the second spot with a perfect record of 14-0, garnering the remaining seven first-place votes. The top seven teams in the poll remain unchanged, with South Carolina, UCLA, LSU, Michigan, and Maryland following in succession.
Notable Performances and Rankings
Texas Tech made headlines by entering the poll at No. 21 after defeating then-No. 15 Baylor 61-60, marking their first win over a ranked opponent this season and their first victory against Baylor since 2011. The Red Raiders currently boast a record of 14-0. Other undefeated teams include Alabama, Arizona State, Georgia, Iowa State, LSU, Maryland, and TCU, with records ranging from 12-0 to 14-0. Conversely, nine teams are still searching for their first win, including Central Connecticut, Mercyhurst, and Saint Francis.
Conference Representation
The rankings reflect a strong showing from the Big Ten and Southeastern Conference, each with eight teams represented. The Big 12 follows with four ranked teams, while the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) has three. The Big East and Ivy League each have one team in the rankings.
Upcoming Matchups
As teams break for the holidays, the next significant matchup will occur on January 1, 2026, when No. 4 UCLA visits No. 21 Ohio State, marking the only game between ranked teams on that day.
Official Statements & Responses
UConn's head coach expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus as they continue their undefeated streak. Meanwhile, Texas Tech's coach highlighted the significance of their recent victory, noting it as a pivotal moment for the program.
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the success of the top-ranked teams, some analysts have pointed out that the overall performance of the ACC has been underwhelming this season, raising concerns about the competitiveness of the conference compared to others.
Verbatim Quotes
The next AP Top 25 poll will be released on January 5, 2026, as teams resume play after the holiday break.
