Key Highlights
- No. 1-ranked UConn women’s basketball team travels to Marquette for a BIG EAST matchup on Saturday.
- The Huskies are undefeated with a record of 26-0 and lead the BIG EAST by 15 games.
- Five players scored in double digits against Creighton, led by sophomore Allie Ziebell’s 20 points.
- UConn has won 62 consecutive BIG EAST league games, including this season’s victory over Marquette.
The Top Dog in the BIG EAST
No. 1 UConn women’s basketball team is on a mission to dominate their way through the BIG EAST conference and beyond. With an undefeated record of 26-0, they’ve already secured first place in the league standings by 15 games over second-place.
Strength in Numbers
Their latest game against Creighton showcased a balanced attack with five players scoring in double digits. Sophomore Allie Ziebell was the standout, leading the bench with 20 points while Azzi Fudd added another 19 to their arsenal.
Marquette’s Battle
For Marquette (16-9, 10-6), this matchup is crucial. They’ve been on a bit of a slide recently, losing to Seton Hall just last week. The Golden Eagles will need to pull off the upset if they want to remain relevant in the conference.
History Repeats Itself
The teams have met before, with UConn coming out victorious 89-53 on December 17th in Hartford. Sarah Strong led the Huskies with a robust 17 points and seven rebounds that day. For Marquette, Skylar Forbes leads the charge with 15.5 points per game.
Wisconsin Roots
It’s not just about the current roster. The teams share some familiar faces from Wisconsin. Both KK Arnold and Allie Ziebell are natives of Wisconsin, while Serah Williams had her first three seasons at the University of Wisconsin in Madison before transferring to UConn.
A Familiar Face
UConn’s head coach, Geno Auriemma, is a legend in women’s college basketball. His team travels to Milwaukee on February 14th for what promises to be an uphill battle for Marquette. The game will air live on FS1 and the UConn Sports Network from FOX Sports 97.9.
The Writing On The Wall
With their 62-game winning streak in BIG EAST play, UConn has put the rest of the conference on notice. Despite Marquette’s best efforts, the writing is on the wall for this matchup: a potential statement game for the Huskies.
You might think this is new, but… it’s not. This is just another chapter in UConn’s storied history. The clock starts ticking Saturday at noon CT as the No. 1 team aims to keep their perfect record intact and continue their dominance over their conference rivals.
