Wisconsin has won its fourth national championship in six seasons and an eighth in program history, defeating Ohio State 4-3 in overtime. The Badgers secured their victory in the 2025 NC women’s ice hockey national championship, beating the Buckeyes for the third time in a row.
The tournament began with three regional semifinal games hosted by top-seeded teams, followed by four regional final games on satellite campuses. This year’s event was notable for being the third rematch between defending finalists Ohio State and Wisconsin.
The Badgers’ win marks their second national title in the last five years, following their 2023 championship victory. Here is a brief history of previous championships:
– 2024: Ohio State defeated Wisconsin 1-0.
– 2023: Wisconsin won 1-0 against Ohio State.
– 2022: Ohio State beat Minnesota Duluth 3-2.
– 2021: Wisconsin won 2-1 in overtime against Northeastern.
– 2019: Wisconsin secured a 2-0 victory over Minnesota.
– 2018: Clarkson won 2-1 in overtime against Colgate.
– 2017: Clarkson defeated Wisconsin 3-0.
– 2016: Minnesota beat Boston College 3-1.
– 2015: Minnesota won 4-1 against Harvard.
Source: https://www.ncaa.com/news/icehockey-women/article/2025-03-23/wisconsin-wins-2025-nc-womens-hockey-championship