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UConn Women’s Basketball Claims 12th National Championship with Commanding Victory

The Huskies' 82-59 triumph over South Carolina solidifies their historic dominance, with Paige Bueckers closing her college career ahead of the WNBA draft.

Apr 6, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Connecticut Huskies guard Paige Bueckers (5) shoots the ball against South Carolina Gamecocks guard Bree Hall (23) during the first half during the national championship of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • UConn defeated South Carolina 82-59 in the NCAA women’s basketball championship, securing their 12th national title and first since 2016.
  • Paige Bueckers, despite a modest performance in the final, ends her college career as a pivotal figure and is expected to be the top pick in the upcoming WNBA draft.
  • Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong led UConn with standout performances, scoring 24 points each in the championship game.
  • The game drew 8.5 million viewers, making it the third-most watched women’s championship in history, though viewership declined significantly from last year’s record-breaking numbers.
  • Coach Geno Auriemma celebrated the emotional victory and reaffirmed his commitment to UConn’s winning culture as the program looks to sustain its dominance.