NCAA Proposes Revenue Sharing for Women's Basketball Tournament

The plan aims to address financial disparities between men's and women's tournaments, with payments starting in 2026.

The NCAA Division I Board of Directors has proposed a revenue distribution model for the women's basketball tournament.
If approved, schools will begin earning credits in 2025, with payments distributed starting in 2026.
The new system will be funded by the NCAA's enhanced television contract with ESPN, valued at $920 million over eight years.
The women's basketball tournament will initially receive a $15 million pool in 2026, increasing to $25 million by 2028.
The proposal mirrors the existing model for the men's tournament but allocates a smaller percentage of total revenue.