Top-Ranked UConn Heads to South Florida on Tuesday
The UConn women’s basketball team, currently ranked first, is set to face South Florida this Tuesday at 5 p.m. The matchup will take place at the Yuengling Center in Tampa and will be broadcast on ESPN2 and the UConn Sports Network, operated by Learfield (FOX Sports 97.9).
UConn’s Impressive Record
The Huskies hold an extraordinary record against American Athletic Conference teams, remaining undefeated at 142-0. Their dominance includes a flawless 139-0 record in conference play from 2013 to 2020.
Recent Performance
- UConn recently defeated Xavier, 104-39, marking the start of their BIG EAST schedule.
- Six players achieved double-digit scoring, with sophomore Allie Ziebell leading the team with 16 points.
- Sarah Strong contributed significantly with 14 points, six rebounds, eight assists, and six steals.
- The team scored 45 points from bench players and 42 off turnovers.
History Against South Florida
UConn boasts a 34-0 record against South Florida and aims to maintain this streak. Their last trip to USF was on February 16, 2020, before the team transitioned out of the American Athletic Conference.
South Florida Team Update
South Florida holds a 5-3 record and recently beat New Orleans, 90-58. Edyn Battle leads the Bulls, averaging 14.2 points per game. Michele Woods-Baxter has stepped in as the interim head coach since October.
Looking Ahead
Following the game against South Florida, UConn will return to Gampel Pavilion where they will host DePaul at 1 p.m. on Sunday. This game will feature a special ceremony to retire No. 10 in honor of UConn legend Sue Bird. Fans should note that the game will be available on FS1, and limited tickets are still up for grabs.
