Since the NCAA began sponsoring women's championships in 1981, eight women's-only teams have won at least four straight titles.
1982-86 Utah Gymnastics
The Utes dominated women's gymnastics in the early 80s, winning the first five championships.
1984-88 Texas Swim & Dive
With coach Richard Quick at the helm, the Longhorns were, well, quick enough to capture five consecutive championships.
1986-91 Stanford Tennis
The Cardinal took six titles in a row thanks to its singles prowess. In five of the six years, a Stanford player won the singles title.
1986-94 North Carolina Soccer
The Tar Heels took nine straight titles, with star players like Kristine Lilly and Mia Hamm leading the way.
1987-97 LSU Outdoor Track
During this 11-year streak, the Lady Tigers also nabbed the indoor title eight times, including from 1993-97.
1989-94 Villanova Cross Country
During the Wildcats' six-year run, a Villanova runner captured the individual title each season.
1992-96 Stanford Swim & Dive
When Quick left Texas to coach Stanford, the championships followed and the Cardinal won five in a row.
1995-2001 Maryland Lacrosse
Current NU coach Kelly Amonte Hiller was named Player of the Year in 1995 and '96, leading the Terps to their first two titles.
2008 Woodie Awards
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