UConn Extends Winning Streak too 31 with Dominant Victory Over Seton Hall
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HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) – Top-ranked uconn continued its remarkable run, defeating Seton Hall 84-48 on Saturday.Sarah Strong led the Huskies with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals, while Azzi Fudd contributed 16 points. This victory marks UConn’s 31st consecutive win and extends their Big East regular-season winning streak to 44 games.
Huskies Overcome Slow Start
UConn (15-0, 6-0 Big East) initially struggled with their shooting, missing 13 of their first 17 attempts. Though, a late first-quarter surge, fueled by Allie Ziebell and Azzi Fudd’s three-pointers and a jump shot from Strong, propelled them to a 19-11 lead at the end of the first quarter.
“We knew Seton Hall would come out with a lot of energy,” said UConn coach Geno Auriemma in a post-game interview. “It took us a little while to find our rhythm, but once we did, we were able to take control.” https://uconn.rivals.com/news/uconn-rolls-past-seton-hall-84-48
Strong and Fudd Lead the Charge
Azzi Fudd’s nine first-quarter points and Sarah Strong’s eight second-quarter points were instrumental in building a 38-18 halftime advantage for the Huskies. UConn continued to dominate in the third quarter, embarking on a 20-0 run that solidified their control of the game.
Allie Ziebell added 12 points off the bench,sinking four 3-pointers. KK Arnold made a triumphant return to the court after missing the previous game due to a nasal fracture, contributing 5 points, 5 assists, and 5 steals in 20 minutes of play. UConn’s aggressive defense resulted in an impressive 20 steals, marking their fourth game this season with at least that many.
Seton Hall Struggles
Seton Hall (10-5, 4-2) faced challenges, with Jordana Codio leading the team with 12 points but also committing 10 turnovers. Mariana Valenzuela added 8 points. The pirates were also without third-leading scorer Jada Eads. Savannah Catalon contributed 9 of her 11 points in the fourth quarter.
UConn’s Dominance Continues
UConn’s victory over Seton Hall extends their winning streak against the Pirates to 42 consecutive games. Notably, 42 of those wins have been by a margin of at least 10 points, showcasing UConn’s consistent dominance in the Big East conference.
Key takeaways
* UConn remains undefeated: The Huskies maintain their perfect 15-0 record and continue to hold the No. 1 ranking in the AP Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Poll. https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-womens-college-basketball-poll
* strong and Fudd are key players: Sarah strong and Azzi fudd are consistently leading the Huskies in scoring and demonstrating all-around performance.
* UConn’s defense is formidable: The team’s ability to generate steals and disrupt the opposing offence is a major strength.
* Big East Dominance: UConn continues to assert its dominance within the Big East conference.
Looking Ahead: UConn will look to continue their winning ways as they face[insertnextopponentanddatehere-[insertnextopponentanddatehere-information not available in provided text].The Huskies aim to maintain their No.1 ranking and build momentum as the season progresses.