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Arizona Wildcats Aim to Rebound Under New Coach

10/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Arizona is projected to finish 14th of 16 in the Big 12 Conference preseason poll, with 47 points and TCU favored.
Montaya Dew, the Wildcats' only returning player, averaged 2.5 points last season.
Arizona missed the NCAA Tournament last year for the first time since 2020.
The season opens on November 3 against St. Thomas.
Becky Burke, the new head coach, aims to boost competitiveness.

History

Historical Context

Arizona's basketball team missed the NCAA Tournament in 2022 for the first time since 2020, finishing 14th in the Big 12 Conference. Under new head coach Becky Burke, the Wildcats' decline reflects a broader trend in college basketball, where coaching changes significantly influence team performance and recruitment, potentially impacting Arizona's future standing in collegiate athletics.

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Story summary

Arizona is projected to finish 14th of 16 in the Big 12 Conference preseason poll, with 47 points and TCU favored.
Montaya Dew, the Wildcats' only returning player, averaged 2.5 points last season.
Arizona missed the NCAA Tournament last year for the first time since 2020.
The season opens on November 3 against St. Thomas.
Becky Burke, the new head coach, aims to boost competitiveness.

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