It's that time of year again—softball fans, get ready for Selection Sunday! The NCAA Tournament bracket is about to drop, revealing the 64 teams that will battle for a national championship. With conference tournaments wrapped up, the excitement is building as we look ahead to the road to Oklahoma City.

How are teams seeded? It all comes down to the RPI (Ratings Percentage Index), a formula that factors in a team's winning percentage, their opponents' winning percentage, and even their opponents' opponents' winning percentage. The top 16 teams earn the right to host regionals, while the elite top eight get to host super regionals. Last year, six SEC teams hosted super regionals, and nine hosted regionals—a testament to the conference's dominance.

Defending national champion Texas is making serious noise. The Longhorns just clinched their first SEC title with a commanding 7-1 win over Alabama in the tournament finals, and they sit at No. 4 in the RPI. That's a powerful statement for a team looking to repeat. Meanwhile, Texas A&M, ranked 17th, saw their tournament run cut short after a stunning 11-8 upset by Auburn in the second round. Over in the Sun Belt, Texas State advanced to the conference finals with a 10-2 run-rule victory over Coastal Carolina, and the Bobcats are holding steady at No. 31 in the RPI.

Based on current standings, Arkansas is projected to snag the No. 1 overall seed—a team to watch as the bracket takes shape.

The action kicks off on Friday with 16 regionals, each featuring double-elimination play. From there, the field narrows to eight super regionals, where teams will compete in best-of-three series. And then? The final eight head to Oklahoma City for the Women's College World Series, where legends are made.

Whether you're rooting for a powerhouse like Texas or an underdog climbing the ranks, this is the moment every softball fan lives for. Grab your gear, mark your calendars, and get ready for a thrilling ride to the championship.