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Watch the 2025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship Trophy Presentation on ABC at 10:30 p.m. ET

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Sunday, December 21st 2025 at 8:28 GMT by Sporting News
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How to Watch the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship Trophy Presentation – Channel, Streaming, and All the Details

For college volleyball fans who want to see the moment that caps the entire season, the NCAA’s women’s volleyball championship trophy presentation is a must‑watch. On the night of the championship game (August 12, 2025) the trophy ceremony will take place immediately after the final match, and Sporting News has laid out exactly where and how you can catch it – whether you’re a traditional TV viewer or a streaming‑only fan. Below is a complete rundown of what the Sporting News article tells you about the broadcast, the streaming options, the timing, and a few extra details to help you stay in the game.

1. The Broadcast: ABC on Sunday Night

The most direct way to see the trophy presentation is through the ABC network. The ceremony airs live on ABC, starting at 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time (8:30 p.m. Central). The Sporting News piece notes that ABC is the official broadcast partner for the NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship in 2025, providing a high‑profile, cable‑ready venue that many viewers already have. If you’re a cable subscriber, the ABC channel is typically included in most basic and mid‑tier packages, so all you need is a working cable connection and a TV that can receive the ABC feed.

Local Station Info
If you don’t have a cable subscription but still want to watch on your local station, the article points out that many local ABC affiliates will carry the live feed. It suggests checking your local TV listings or the ABC website for the exact channel number in your area. This is a great option for viewers who don’t want to commit to a streaming subscription but still want the live experience.

2. Streaming the Ceremony on ESPN+

Because the NCAA’s media strategy is increasingly focused on streaming, ESPN+ is the primary digital platform for the trophy presentation. The Sporting News article explains that ESPN+ will stream the entire event, including the post‑game ceremony, and you can watch it via:

• ESPN+ website (www.espn.com/espnplus)
• ESPN+ mobile apps (iOS and Android)
• ESPN+ section on the ESPN app
• Apple TV (if you have an Apple TV 4K or newer model)

The cost for ESPN+ is $9.99 per month (or $79.99 for a full year). If you already have an ESPN+ subscription, the trophy presentation is part of your existing subscription; no extra cost is required. The article advises viewers to ensure their subscription is active before the event and to log in a few minutes early, just in case there’s a brief technical hiccup.

3. Streaming Through Other Providers

The article also lists the ways you can watch the trophy presentation via other streaming services that include the ESPN+ package:

These add‑ons give you the same live broadcast as the standalone ESPN+ subscription. The Sporting News article reminds viewers that the cost and availability of add‑ons can vary by region, so it’s a good idea to confirm that the add‑on is available in your market before signing up.

4. Timing and What to Expect

The trophy presentation typically follows the championship match with a short intermission that covers a few key moments:

1. Awarding of the championship trophy to the winning team’s captain and coach.
2. Celebratory speeches from the head coach and the university’s athletic director.
3. Display of the trophy in a photo‑op setting for fans and media.
4. Final credits and thank‑yous for the teams, coaches, and the NCAA.

The Sporting News article estimates that the entire ceremony will last roughly 30–45 minutes, so you’ll still have time to enjoy the post‑game celebration even if you’re catching it later in the evening. The article includes a note that the ceremony is not “pre‑recorded”; it’s a live event that will include the real‑time reactions of the athletes, coaches, and fans.

5. A Quick Recap of the 2025 Championship Match

While the Sporting News piece focuses on the trophy presentation itself, it gives a brief recap of the championship match. The 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship was contested by Penn State (the top seed) and Arizona (the second seed), with the final score finishing at 3‑1 in favor of Penn State. The article mentions that Penn State’s Caitlin McGee was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player, and that the final was broadcast on ABC as part of a historic 10‑hour Saturday night slate that included the tournament’s opening rounds.

6. Additional Resources

The Sporting News article links to a few other resources that might help you dive deeper:

• A previous Sporting News piece on “Where to Watch NCAA Volleyball Championships”, which gives a rundown of all the channels that broadcast the early rounds of the tournament.
• The NCAA’s own official broadcast schedule page, which provides real‑time updates and any last‑minute changes.
• A guide to the ESPN+ app, which includes a FAQ section on streaming setup and troubleshooting.

7. Takeaway for Fans

To sum up, the trophy presentation for the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball Championship is a straightforward event to catch:

1. On ABC at 10:30 p.m. Eastern if you have cable.
2. On ESPN+ (or through any streaming service that includes ESPN+).
3. Through the ESPN app or Apple TV for mobile viewing.

Make sure your subscription is active before the ceremony starts, and remember that the event will be a brief, celebratory 30‑minute segment following the final match. Whether you’re watching on your couch or on the go, Sporting News has covered every angle so you can enjoy the culmination of a hard‑fought season without missing a beat. Happy watching!