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UConn Women Extend Streak to 34 with Dominant Win

1/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

The UConn Huskies women's basketball team improved to 18-0 after a 99-50 win over Villanova, extending a 34-game winning streak and setting up their next challenge against Notre Dame.
Sarah Strong of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team led with 24 points and nine rebounds.
Azzi Fudd of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team contributed 14 points.
UConn's defense forced 26 turnovers.
The game marked the induction of the 2014-15 and 2015-16 championship teams into the Huskies of Honor.

History

Historical Context

The UConn women's basketball team, under coach Geno Auriemma, has dominated collegiate sports since the 1980s, winning a record 12 NCAA championships, including four consecutive titles from 2013 to 2016. Their remarkable 111-game winning streak from 2014 to 2017 exemplifies their excellence, while the Huskies of Honor program celebrates the legacy of past champions, inspiring future athletes.

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Story summary

The UConn Huskies women's basketball team improved to 18-0 after a 99-50 win over Villanova, extending a 34-game winning streak and setting up their next challenge against Notre Dame.
Sarah Strong of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team led with 24 points and nine rebounds.
Azzi Fudd of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team contributed 14 points.
UConn's defense forced 26 turnovers.
The game marked the induction of the 2014-15 and 2015-16 championship teams into the Huskies of Honor.

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