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UConn's Quiñonez Shines with 21 Points, Earns Praise

11/25/2025

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Geno Auriemma praised Blanca Quiñonez, a freshman forward for the UConn Huskies, after she scored 21 points against Utah.
Auriemma described Quiñonez as both seasoned and raw, noting her experience in Italy and Ecuador.
He compared her potential to UConn legend Svetlana Abrosimova, noting a mix of brilliance and chaos.
Quiñonez has shown volatility, with high-scoring bursts and foul trouble, suggesting she could become a key player this season.

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Story summary

Geno Auriemma praised Blanca Quiñonez, a freshman forward for the UConn Huskies, after she scored 21 points against Utah.
Auriemma described Quiñonez as both seasoned and raw, noting her experience in Italy and Ecuador.
He compared her potential to UConn legend Svetlana Abrosimova, noting a mix of brilliance and chaos.
Quiñonez has shown volatility, with high-scoring bursts and foul trouble, suggesting she could become a key player this season.