Selection Sunday is almost here, and the college softball world is buzzing after a weekend of conference tournament upsets that could shake up the entire NCAA bracket. With the full 64-team field set to be revealed on May 10, following the final championship games on May 9, teams are on edge as the selection committee finalizes its seeding. The top 16 seeds will earn the privilege of hosting regional rounds, while the top eight also lock in Super Regional hosting rights—a major advantage for any title contender.

One of the biggest surprises came from the Big 12 Tournament, where Arizona State pitcher Kenzie Brown delivered a masterful shutout to knock off top-seeded Texas Tech. That performance signals the Sun Devils will be a dangerous opponent in the regionals, even if they don't snag a national seed. Meanwhile, powerhouse Oklahoma—ranked No. 1 heading into the weekend—stumbled against Georgia in the SEC Tournament, falling 10-5 and potentially sliding down the seedings. The Sooners' loss opens the door for other contenders to claim the top spot.

Texas seized that opportunity in dramatic fashion. The Longhorns dominated Alabama 7-1 in the SEC Softball Tournament final, putting themselves in a prime position to challenge for the No. 1 overall seed. With a nation-leading 20 Quad 1 wins and a strong No. 4 ranking in the NCAA's Rating Percentage Index, Texas has built a resume that's hard to ignore. But Alabama isn't backing down—the Crimson Tide rolled through Arkansas (No. 1 in RPI) and Florida (No. 5 in RPI) to reach the championship game, boasting a 15-4 record in Quad 1 matchups and a No. 2 RPI ranking. The selection committee faces a tough call on who deserves the top seed.

As the dust settles on conference tournaments, here's a look at USA TODAY's final bracket projections for the NCAA Softball Tournament. Keep an eye on these teams as they gear up for what promises to be an unforgettable postseason.