The NCAA Women's Ice Hockey Tournament is an annual championship event that determines the top collegiate women's ice hockey team in the United States. Organized by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the tournament features teams from various universities competing in a single-elimination format. Typically held in March, the tournament includes a selection of teams based on their performance during the regular season and conference championships. The event showcases the skill and talent of female athletes in ice hockey, promoting the growth of women's sports at the collegiate level.