NCAA Women's Sweet 16 Begins March 28, Key Players Injured

The 2025 Women's NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16 stage, with the matches set for March 28 and 29 in Spokane, Washington. Notably, the tournament has been overshadowed by the injury of Southern California's star guard JuJu Watkins, who suffered a torn ACL during a game against Mississippi State and will undergo surgery. USC will continue without her as they face Kansas State, while other notable matchups include NC State against LSU and UCLA against Ole Miss. The tournament has seen dominant performances, with teams like UCLA and NC State advancing comfortably in previous rounds. This year's Sweet 16 features a mix of powerhouse programs and emerging contenders looking to secure a place in the Final Four. The excitement builds as fans await the outcomes of these crucial games.