Top-Ranked UConn Hosts Villanova, Honors ’15, ’16 Teams Thursday

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Top-Ranked UConn Hosts Villanova, Honors ’15, ’16 Teams Thursday

The top-ranked UConn women’s basketball team is set to host Villanova in an exciting matchup on Thursday. The game will take place at Gampel Pavilion at 7 p.m. and will be broadcasted on FS1 and the UConn Sports Network.

Celebration of Championship Teams

Prior to the game, UConn will recognize the 10-year anniversaries of its 2015 and 2016 National Championship teams. These teams will be inducted into the Huskies of Honor. The celebration is scheduled to occur about 30 minutes before tipoff and can be viewed on the UConn women’s basketball platforms on X, Facebook, and YouTube.

Throwback Night Festivities

Thursday’s event is themed Throwback Night. The UConn team will don throwback uniforms for this special occasion. Fans can also enjoy Coca-Cola products for just $2 at concession stands, enhancing the game-day experience.

Team Performance and Statistics

The UConn Huskies are currently undefeated at 17-0 and hold an impressive 8-0 record in the BIG EAST. They lead the nation with an average of 24.4 assists per game and have recorded over 20 assists in their last 16 outings. Junior KK Arnold has achieved a noteworthy 4.63 assist-turnover ratio, placing her third nationally.

Last game: UConn vs. Creighton (95-54 win)
Sophomore Sarah Strong: 18 points, 13 rebounds
Freshman Blanca Quiñonez: 15 points
Graduate student Azzi Fudd: 14 points

History Against Villanova

UConn has a storied history with Villanova, boasting a record of 47-18 against them. The last meeting occurred at the 2025 BIG EAST Tournament semifinal, where Strong excelled with 20 points and 16 rebounds. This season, the Wildcats, under head coach Denise Dillon, have a conference record of 7-1.

Upcoming Matches

Following the game against Villanova, UConn will return to Gampel Pavilion to face the No. 23 Notre Dame at 5 p.m. on Monday, which will also be broadcast on FOX.

With a promising season underway, UConn continues to build on its legacy as they celebrate past achievements and prepare for future challenges.