Trending Now - Geno Auriemma Celebrates Uconn's Final Four Spot With Dance Moves

WHO:

Newsweek - UConn head women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma

CT Insider - UConn women's basketball team, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Sarah Strong, Blanca Quiñonez, Azzi Fudd, Kk Arnold, Hannah Hidalgo

WHAT:

CT Insider - UConn defeated Notre Dame 70-52 in the Elite Eight of the 2026 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.

CT Insider - UConn has reached the Final Four for the 25th time in program history and the third consecutive year.

CT Insider - Sarah Strong scored 21 points, while Blanca Quiñonez contributed 20 points, and Azzi Fudd added 13 points.

CT Insider - Strong was named the Fort Worth Regional 1 Most Outstanding Player.

CT Insider - Quiñonez and Fudd were named to the Regional All-Tournament Team.

CT Insider - UConn's season record remains undefeated at 38-0.

WHERE:

CT Insider - The game took place at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

WHEN:

CT Insider - The game occurred on March 29, 2026.

CT Insider - UConn is expected to head to Phoenix on March 30, 2026, for the Final Four.

WHY:

CT Insider - Auriemma expressed pride in this year's team, stating, "I don't think I've ever been prouder to take a team to the Final Four than this one."

HOW:

CT Insider - UConn utilized a strong second half performance to secure the victory, overcoming a challenging first half against Notre Dame's aggressive defense.

(UPDATED March 30, 2026 03:58 UTC)

UConn's women's basketball team secured a spot in the Final Four for the 25th time in program history by defeating Notre Dame 70 to 52 in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament on Sunday. Sarah Strong led the charge with 21 points and was named the Most Outstanding Player of the Fort Worth Regional, while Blanca Quiñonez and Azzi Fudd also made significant contributions with 20 and 13 points, respectively. Head coach Geno Auriemma expressed immense pride in his team, highlighting their undefeated season record of 38-0 as they prepare to head to Phoenix for the Final Four.