NCAA Power Index releases latest regional women's soccer rankings

The NCAA Power Index (NPI) has released its latest regional rankings for Division II and Division III women's soccer, impacting postseason qualification paths.

In the Central Region, Washburn University holds the No. 2 ranking for the third consecutive week. The Ichabods maintain a 12-1-3 overall record and lead the MIAA conference. Other notable Central Region teams include Minnesota State, ranked No. 1 in the region and No. 4 nationally, followed by Pittsburg State at No. 13 and Central Missouri at No. 18.

In the Atlantic Region, Slippery Rock University remains ranked fourth. The team holds a 13-2-2 record. Leading the region are Fairmont State University (No. 21 nationally), West Chester University (No. 17 nationally), and Kutztown (No. 4 nationally). The Atlantic Region will award seven spots in the NCAA Tournament, consisting of two automatic berths for conference champions and five at-large selections based on final NPI rankings.