Overview

• Azzi Fudd scored 27 points, including 21 in the first half, setting the tone for UConn's commanding performance.
• Freshman Sarah Strong had an impressive debut with 20 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, and five blocks.
• UConn led 66-16 at halftime, executing a nearly flawless first half with multiple extended scoring runs.
• Arkansas State struggled offensively, shooting just 17% from the field and managing only 7-for-40 from three-point range.
• Crislyn Rose was Arkansas State's top scorer with seven points, as UConn's defense stifled the Red Wolves throughout the game.