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WBCA State Farm Showcase

2025 WBCA State Farm Showcase

November 20, 22-23, 2025

Orlando, Florida

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The Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) State Farm Showcase is an annual premier women’s college basketball event held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort. This exciting showcase features some of the nation’s top teams competing in an immersive basketball experience, blending elite competition with the magic of Disney.

The 2025 WBCA State Farm Showcase will return to the State Farm Field House, promising another action-packed weekend of basketball from November 20-24, 2025. The event includes a four-team tournament from Nov. 20-22, followed by two thrilling additional games on Nov. 23. Fans can expect dynamic matchups, standout performances, and an unforgettable atmosphere.

Originally launched in 2024, the WBCA Showcase celebrates the growth of women’s college basketball and the power of sports to inspire and unite. The event is a collaboration between the WBCA, ESPN Wide World of Sports, and Disney, providing an unparalleled platform for teams, fans, and coaches to connect and celebrate the game we love.

Join us in 2025 for this unique basketball experience where championship moments meet Disney magic! Stay tuned for team announcements, schedules, and ticket information.

ESPN Wide World of Sports
at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida

All games will be played in State Farm Field House at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which has a storied history of hosting elite men’s and women’s college basketball events including the ESPN Events Invitational that has been held there since 2006.

“The WBCA Showcase will offer a new way for college basketball and Disney fans to come together to celebrate incredible athletes competing at The Most Magical Place On Earth,” said Jorge Senior. “We are thrilled that women’s college basketball is coming back to ESPN Wide World of Sports.”

Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Executive Director Danielle Donehew (middle) visits ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex to announce a new women’s basketball tournament coming to Walt Disney World Resort. Donehew poses with University of South Florida Head Coach Jose Fernandez (left), Boardwalk Sports Event Management’s Lauren Eads and Rich Ensor, Disney Director of Sports Planning and Development Jorge Senior, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in front of the sports complex in Kissimmee, Fla. The new WBCA Showcase will feature eight teams competing at State Farm Field House in Nov. 2024. (Manuel Miranda, photographer)

“Women’s college basketball has a storied history, and the WBCA has put together an impressive field of high-caliber teams that will continue to propel the sport’s growing popularity,’’ said ESPN Wide World of Sports Vice President Adam Ball. “With our world-class facilities and guest service, this tournament is going to be yet another top-notch event at our sports complex that offers fans, coaches and players an experience they can’t get anywhere else.’’

WBCA State Farm Showcase Event Tickets will be available soon!

WBCA Showcase History and Records

WBCA Executive Director Danielle Donehew chats with Christy Thomaskutty and Kelly Burke about the WBCA State Farm Showcase and the impactful initiatives of the WBCA


WBCA VP Jose Fernandez talks about WBCA membership, innovative programming, and how the WBCA Showcase is making an impact in growing the game.

A true trailblazer in women’s basketball, Marian Washington has paved the way for countless players and coaches. From her historic career at Kansas to coaching Team USA to Olympic gold, her impact on the game is unmatched.