The 2026 NCAA Division I softball tournament is set to begin, with the Women’s College World Series (WCWS) kicking off on Thursday, May 28, at Devon Park in Oklahoma City.
WCWS Schedule and Bracket Details
The championship bracket for this year’s tournament was revealed on Sunday, May 10. Regional action took place from Friday, May 15, through Sunday, May 17, at 16 regional sites. Super regional play then began on Thursday, May 21, and ran through Sunday, May 24.
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An interactive bracket is also available for viewing.
The Venue: Devon Park
Devon Park, with a capacity of 13,000, has been the long-time host of the WCWS, holding the event every year since 1990, with the exception of 1996. In 1996, the event was held in Columbus, Georgia to preview the Atlanta Olympics. The stadium is set to host the softball portion of the LA Olympics in 2028.
Teams and Selection Process
The 2026 NCAA Division I softball tournament features a 64-team field, which was announced during a selection show on Sunday, May 10, on ESPN2.
The tournament includes 31 conferences granted automatic qualification bids. 33 teams earned an at-large bid. To be considered for an at-large bid, teams must have an overall win-loss record of .500 or better against Division I competition. The Division I softball committee championship subcommittee also evaluates teams’ strength of schedule and other measures to be selected.
Looking Back: 2025 Championship
Texas captured the 2025 national title with a 10–4 victory over Texas Tech in Game 3. This victory secured the Longhorns’ first championship in program history. UCLA remains the all-time leader with 13 titles, most recently winning in 2019, while Oklahoma holds the record for the longest championship streak, claiming four consecutive titles from 2021 to 2024.
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