Michigan, TCU Break into Women’s Poll Top 10 Rankings
On November 17, 2025, Michigan and TCU achieved significant milestones in the Associated Press Women’s Basketball Top 25 rankings. Both teams celebrated impressive victories against ranked opponents, propelling them into the coveted top 10.
Michigan Advances After Dominating Victory
The sixth-ranked Michigan Wolverines soared eight spots following a commanding 93-54 win over the then-No. 18 Notre Dame. This victory marked Michigan’s largest margin ever against a Top 25 team. Previously, the Wolverines held a ranking this high in late February 2022.
TCU’s Impressive Road Win
Meanwhile, TCU, now ranked 10th, moved up seven places after defeating then-No. 10 NC State with a score of 69-59 on the road. This win solidifies TCU’s growing status in women’s college basketball.
AP Women’s Top 25 Rankings
The latest rankings reflect the following standings:
| Rank | Team | Record | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UConn | 4-0 | 794 |
| 2 | South Carolina | 4-0 | 759 |
| 3 | UCLA | 5-0 | 748 |
| 4 | Texas | 4-0 | 700 |
| 5 | LSU | 4-0 | 668 |
| 6 | Michigan | 3-0 | 560 |
| 7 | Baylor | 4-0 | 557 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 4-1 | 489 |
| 9 | Maryland | 5-0 | 529 |
| 10 | TCU | 4-0 | 521 |
Upcoming Challenges
Michigan is set to face No. 1 UConn in the Hall of Fame Showcase at Mohegan Sun on Friday night. Coach Kim Barnes Arico acknowledged UConn’s strength, expressing excitement for the challenge ahead.
Additional Rankings Insights
The Southeastern Conference leads the poll with eight ranked teams, including three in the top five. The Big Ten has seven teams represented, followed by the Big 12 with five, the Atlantic Coast Conference with four, and one from the Big East.
Matchups to Watch
- No. 19 Iowa vs No. 7 Baylor: This game will be featured in the WBCA Showcase at Disney World.
- No. 11 USC at No. 24 Notre Dame: Both teams search for a crucial win after recent losses.
As the season progresses, these rankings and upcoming games will continue to shape the landscape of women’s college basketball.
