NCAA Women’s Basketball Top 25 — November Power Rankings Breakdown
NCAA Women’s Basketball Top 25 — November Power Rankings Breakdown
By Major Movez Media
The early part of the 2025–26 NCAA Women’s Basketball season has already delivered upsets, breakout stars, and programs proving they’re built to last. With multiple national contenders reloading instead of rebuilding, this year’s Top 25 might be the deepest we’ve seen in a decade.
Our latest Major Movez Media Top 25 reflects dominance, strength of schedule, and emerging trends from the first stretch of games. Here’s a closer look at the teams making noise at the top of the rankings.
🔥 1. UConn Huskies — The Standard Remains the Standard
UConn holds the No. 1 spot after opening the season with elite defensive efficiency and overwhelming depth. The Huskies’ balance — veterans leading the way while new faces step up — has made them the most complete team in the country so far.
The scoring punch, interior toughness, and consistency across the rotation puts them a step ahead of the field.
🐔 2. South Carolina — Unmatched Size, Unmatched Identity
Dawn Staley’s group looks every bit like a national title contender once again.
South Carolina’s interior strength and relentless rebounding keep them in every game, and their backcourt is growing sharper by the week. Even with roster turnover, the Gamecocks' system continues to produce results.
🔵 3. UCLA — Star Power + Elite Coaching
UCLA brings one of the most complete starting fives in the country, with playmakers all over the floor. Their physicality, spacing, and defensive pressure have them positioned for a deep March run.
🐯 4. LSU — Explosive and Unpredictable
LSU’s offensive ceiling is as high as anyone’s. Their ability to score in bunches keeps them dangerous even when the defense isn’t perfect. When they're locked in, they’re almost impossible to knock off.
🤘 5. Texas — The Grit Squad
Texas has reestablished its identity: toughness, rebounding, and hard-nosed defensive pressure. They don’t just beat you — they wear you down.
📊 Top 10 Snapshot
UConn
South Carolina
UCLA
LSU
Texas
Iowa State — Elite interior scoring + spacing.
Michigan — Depth and perimeter firepower.
Baylor — Balance and veteran leadership.
Oklahoma — Young talent + high-octane offense.
North Carolina — One of the most athletic rosters in the country.
📈 Who’s Rising?
Vanderbilt (#11)
Physical, disciplined, and more explosive offensively than in recent years.
TCU (#13)
The Horned Frogs keep stacking résumé wins — one of the most overlooked teams nationally.
USC (#14)
With Jazzy Davidson and elite guard play, USC is only getting better.
🔥 Programs to Watch Outside the Top 15
NC State (#16): Strong guard play and improving interior presence.
Oklahoma State (#18): Shooters everywhere — dangerous if they get hot.
Kentucky (#19): Gritty defensive identity.
Iowa (#20): Still finding their rhythm post-rebuild, but trending upward.
📝 Final Thoughts
The parity across the nation is real.
From powerhouse programs to rising challengers, the 2025–26 season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive we’ve seen. The top teams have established early dominance, but with freshmen emerging fast and non-conference battles heating up, expect major shifts in the coming weeks.
Major Movez Media will continue updating rankings, player spotlights, and in-depth analysis all season long.
Stay locked in.
This season is just getting started.
