Overview

• 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.