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South Carolina defeated defending champion UConn 62-48, snapping a historic 54-game winning streak and advancing to the women's basketball national championship. The Gamecocks, who lost to UConn in last year's title game, get their chance at redemption.
Sophomore Sarah Strong has swept every national player of the year award while leading undefeated UConn toward back-to-back championships. The quiet superstar who once hid from attention is now poised to become UConn's greatest player ever.
After a humbling season, UConn's Dan Hurley discovered that chasing a dynasty meant embracing the journey instead of demanding perfection. Now the Huskies are ranked No. 4 and competing for their third championship in four years.
Two powerhouse programs are heading to Phoenix after dominant Elite Eight victories on Sunday. UConn extended its winning streak to 54 games while UCLA's paint dominance carried them past Duke.
The UConn Huskies overcame a third-period deficit to defeat Quinnipiac 4-2, claiming their second straight Connecticut Ice Tournament title and breaking a three-game championship losing streak against their rival.
Azzi Fudd became the first pick in the 2026 WNBA draft, joining former UConn teammate Paige Bueckers on the Dallas Wings. The selection caps a remarkable journey from NCAA champion to top overall choice, with rookie salaries now reaching $500,000.
The UConn Huskies women's basketball team just completed an undefeated regular season and conference tournament, putting them six wins away from their 13th national championship and seventh perfect season. Led by star freshman Sarah Strong and senior guard Azzi Fudd, the team is proving that excellence can be sustained even after losing their top player to the WNBA.
UConn's 19-year-old sophomore became the third-fastest player in program history to reach 1,000 career points, trailing only legends Maya Moore and Paige Bueckers. The milestone came during a dominant 85-47 victory over Notre Dame that marked the largest margin in their 20-year rivalry.
Former UConn star Azzi Fudd was selected first overall in the 2026 WNBA draft, earning a $500,000 contract and reuniting with teammate Paige Bueckers in Dallas. The draft showcased record-breaking moments and massive pay raises for rookies under the new collective bargaining agreement.
The UConn Huskies women's basketball team defeated No. 15 Tennessee 96-66, marking the largest margin of victory in the 30-year rivalry's history. After trailing at halftime, the team rallied together with resilience and teamwork to secure redemption from last year's loss. ##
Freshman Braylon Mullins hit a stunning 35-foot shot to beat Duke and send UConn to the Final Four, bringing March Madness magic back to his Indiana hometown. The hometown hero who never left Greenfield is now living every basketball family's dream.
UConn women's basketball star Azzi Fudd scored a career-high 34 points in her final home game, leading the undefeated Huskies to a stunning 98-45 victory over Syracuse in the NCAA tournament's second round. The dominant performance included a historic 31-0 scoring run and showcased why UConn remains the team to beat this season.
Two powerhouse college basketball teams will face off Monday night for the national championship after dominant Final Four victories. Michigan's towering lineup and UConn's sharpshooting magic both shined in Indianapolis, setting up a dream finale.
A Connecticut man in his 50s became the first participant in a groundbreaking Parkinson's clinical trial at UConn Health after his wife spotted a recruitment flyer during a clinic visit. The study aims to improve outcomes for newly diagnosed patients through early intervention.
Temple Grandin headlined a festival at UConn Waterbury that brought together 1,500 students, families, and educators to explore innovation through the lens of neurodiversity and inclusion. The event transformed the campus into an interactive showcase where thinking differently became the day's greatest strength.
The UConn Huskies are one win away from joining basketball royalty, chasing their third national championship in four years. Only two programs in history have achieved this remarkable feat.
The UConn Huskies women's basketball team transformed their lowest moment into championship glory. After losing to Tennessee last February, they didn't lose again, finishing with their 12th national title.
Freshman Braylon Mullins sank a 35-foot shot with 0.4 seconds left to give UConn a stunning last-second victory over Duke. The rainbow jumper is already being compared to the greatest buzzer-beaters in college basketball history.
The UConn Huskies are heading to their third national championship game in four years after shutting down the nation's best offense. Their 71-62 victory over Illinois showcased teamwork, resilience, and the kind of excellence that builds dynasties.
Freshman Braylon Mullins sank a deep three-pointer with seconds left to complete UConn's stunning 19-point comeback against Duke and send the Huskies to their third straight Final Four. The dramatic victory keeps alive the program's championship dreams after winning two titles in three years.
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