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UConn Women’s Basketball: Undefeated Season and All-America Honors

3/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

UConn finished the regular season undefeated and dominated the Big East Tournament.
Sarah Strong of UConn and Azzi Fudd of UConn were named to the Associated Press All-America first team, the first time teammates achieved this since 2020.
Strong averaged 18.5 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
Fudd contributed 17.7 points per game.
UConn is the top seed in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament and is favored to win.

History

Historical Context

The UConn women's basketball team, under coach Geno Auriemma, won its third consecutive NCAA Championship in 2004, finishing the season with a 34-4 record. This victory marked a significant moment in women's sports, as UConn became the first university to win both men's and women's basketball championships in the same season. Today, UConn's legacy continues with standout players like Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd.

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Story summary

UConn finished the regular season undefeated and dominated the Big East Tournament.
Sarah Strong of UConn and Azzi Fudd of UConn were named to the Associated Press All-America first team, the first time teammates achieved this since 2020.
Strong averaged 18.5 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.
Fudd contributed 17.7 points per game.
UConn is the top seed in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament and is favored to win.

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