The University of Michigan women’s basketball team, ranked sixth, will compete against top-ranked UConn at the Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase. This event takes place from November 21 to 23, 2023, at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut. Michigan enters the matchup with a record of 4-0.
Upcoming Match Against UConn
The highly anticipated game against UConn is scheduled for Friday, November 21, at 8 p.m. ET, broadcast on Fox. This marks the first meeting between the two teams, adding to the excitement surrounding the matchup.
Important Historical Context
- This is the third time Michigan has participated in the Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase.
- Previously, they competed against Florida State in 2019 and Baylor in 2021, recording one win and one loss in this event.
- Michigan previously faced No. 1 teams in 2024-25 season, making this their third encounter with a top-ranked opponent.
Players to Watch
Syla Swords will face off against her former high school teammate, Kayleigh Heckel, for the third time in their collegiate careers. They were teammates at Long Island Lutheran, where both players earned McDonald’s All-America honors.
Key Player Performances
- Syla Swords: Averaging 28.5 points per game against top-ranked teams.
- Mila Holloway: Averaging 14.3 points and 4 rebounds per game, shooting 62.2 percent.
- Olivia Olson: Upped her scoring to 17.8 points per game, ninth in the Big Ten.
- Brooke Quarles Daniels: Contributing 4.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game.
- Kendall Dudley: Averaging 5 points and 3.7 rebounds per game since transferring to Michigan.
Recent Achievements
Michigan’s women’s basketball program is enjoying a significant moment in its history. The team’s recent scoring achievements include amassing 120 points in their last game, the second-highest total in program history. They average an impressive 99.3 points per game and rank fifth nationally in scoring offense.
Currently, Michigan’s ranking of No. 6 is the second highest in the program’s history, last seen on February 21, 2022. This is the first instance both Michigan’s men’s and women’s teams are in the top ten simultaneously.
As the Wolverines prepare to square off against UConn, the stakes are high, and fans are optimistic about a historic performance. They aim to make headway in their quest to secure a win against a top-ranked opponent, further solidifying their impressive start to the season.
