GEORGE TOWN, GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS – Eight schools, including five teams from some of the nation's top power five conferences, will comprise the field for the 2025 Cayman Islands Classic women's basketball tournament.
 
Florida, Georgia Tech and Oklahoma State, which played in postseason tournaments last year, head the list of teams which will play in the third edition of the tournament hosted by Caymax Sports Ltd.

Charlotte, George Washington, Memphis, Miami, and St. John’s round out a strong and competitive field — each with the experience and depth to make a statement early in the season. The  tournament will take place Nov. 28-29 at John Gray Gymnasium in George Town, Grand Cayman—just minutes from the world-famous Seven Mile Beach.
 
“As we head into year three of the Women’s Cayman Islands Classic, we’re proud to welcome eight of the top programs in the nation,” said Joe Wright, owner and CEO of Caymax Sports Ltd. “This year’s field is stacked with elite talent and experienced coaches, setting the stage for intense, high-level competition. Combining great basketball with the stunning beauty of the Cayman Islands, teams and fans can expect an unforgettable experience on and off the court."
 
Oklahoma State posted a 25-7 record last season, advancing to the NCAA Tournament while being ranked No. 22 in the final USA Today Sports Women's Basketball Coaches Poll. The Cowgirls, under the guidance of coach Jacie Hoyt, went 14-4 to finish third in the Big 12 Conference last season. 
 
Georgia Tech also played in the 2025 NCAA Tournament en route to a 22-11 record. Florida had a 19-18 mark last season, while advancing to the semifinal round of the WBIT.
 
First-year coach Karen Blair inherits a Georgia Tech team that also played in the 2025 NCAA Tournament en route to a 22-11 record. 
 
Florida, under fifth-year head coach Kelly Rae Finley, looks to ride the momentum from last season when it had a 19-18 mark last season capped by advancing to the semifinal round of the WBIT.
 
Joe Tartamella has led St. John's to five 20-plus victory campaigns during his coaching tenure at the Big East Conference school. Tricia Cullop, two-time past president of the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA), enters her second year as head coach at Miami. Ganiyat Adeduntan is in her first year as head coach at George Washington which plays in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Charlotte and Memphis compete in the American Athletic Conference.
 
“As a former head coach, I know how important early-season competition is — and this year’s Cayman Islands Classic is among the most competitive tournaments in the country, featuring an impressive lineup of elite coaches and talented players,” stated executive tournament director Lisa Stockton. “We’ve brought together a strong field with both power conference teams and top mid-major programs, setting the stage for an exceptional tournament. With high-level talent and experienced coaches across the board, basketball fans can look forward to intense competition.”  

 Travel packages are now available, along with all-tournament and booster passes. For more details, visit www.caymanclassic.com.