The No. 5 UConn women’s basketball team secured yet another historic championship victory by defeating No. 22 Creighton with a final score of 72-53 in a thrilling matchup on Thursday night. Led by standout performances from Sarah Strong, who contributed 22 points and nine rebounds, and Paige Bueckers, who added 15 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists, the Huskies dominated the court to claim their fifth straight Big East regular-season title.
In addition to Strong and Bueckers, Kaitlyn Chen chipped in with 11 points and three assists, while Azzi Fudd showcased her skills with nine points. UConn’s impressive performance extended their streak to 37 consecutive regular-season conference victories. On the opposing side, Morgan Maly led Creighton with 11 points in a valiant effort.
Creighton started the game strong, scoring the first eight points before UConn rallied back. A clutch jumper by Azzi Fudd gave the Huskies their first lead, and they capitalized on the momentum with a 9-1 run to widen the gap in the second period.
This victory marked UConn’s 22nd outright Big East regular-season title, highlighting their dominance in the conference. Despite facing challenges, such as injuries sidelining players like redshirt junior Caroline Ducharme, the Huskies showed resilience and determination to secure the win.
Looking ahead, Creighton aims to bounce back as they prepare to face Villanova next, while UConn sets their sights on a showdown with Marquette in their next game. The Huskies are on track to potentially achieve an undefeated conference record for the 18th time in program history, showcasing their relentless pursuit of excellence in women’s college basketball.
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