Top-Seeded UConn Battles 16th-Seed USC in L.A. Showdown Saturday
The UConn women’s basketball team, ranked first nationally, is set to face off against the 16th-ranked USC Trojans in a highly anticipated clash on Saturday. This matchup is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT at the Galen Center in Los Angeles.
Game Details
Fans can watch the game live on FOX and listen via the UConn Sports Network from Learfield, including FOX Sports 97.9. This game marks UConn’s first journey to Southern California since 2003.
Recent Performances
UConn enters the game with an impressive record of 9-0. In their last outing, the Huskies showcased their dominance by defeating DePaul with a staggering 102-32 score. Sophomore Sarah Strong led the charge with 20 points, while graduate student Azzi Fudd and sophomore Kayleigh Heckel contributed 16 points each. Additionally, redshirt sophomore Jana El Alfy added 11 points.
- UConn’s Bench Points: 48
- Points Off Turnovers: 52
- Overall Record: 9-0
USC Trojans Overview
The USC Trojans arrive at this contest with a 7-2 record. They recently secured a victory over No. 21 Washington, winning 59-50. Jazzy Davidson has been a standout performer this season, leading USC with an average of 16.7 points per game. Notably, four players are currently averaging double figures in scoring.
Coaching and Historical Context
This game also features the experience of head coach Lindsay Gottlieb, who is in her fifth season with the Trojans. UConn holds an all-time record of 4-1 against USC, with their last encounter occurring during the 2025 NCAA Tournament Elite Eight. In that game, UConn, the second seed, triumphed over USC, the top seed, with a score of 78-64.
Following their match against USC, UConn will return to Hartford to host Marquette on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Tickets for the game are available for fans interested in attending.
