The top-ranked UConn women’s basketball team is set to host DePaul on Sunday at Gampel Pavilion. The match is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. and will be broadcast on FS1 as well as the UConn Sports Network via Learfield.
UConn Honors Sue Bird
Before the game, UConn will pay tribute to legendary player Sue Bird by retiring her number 10 jersey. This ceremony is expected to start approximately 30 minutes before the game. Bird was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in October, which made this retirement possible.
Fans can stream the ceremony on UConn women’s basketball social media platforms including X, Facebook, and the UConn Huskies YouTube channel. Sue Bird’s illustrious career includes:
- Two NCAA Championships
- Four WNBA Championships
- Five Olympic gold medals
Bird becomes the third player in UConn history to have her number retired, alongside Rebecca Lobo (50) and Swin Cash (32).
Team Performance and Statistics
UConn, boasting an 8-0 record and a 1-0 record in the BIG EAST, is riding high after an 85-51 victory over South Florida. In that game, sophomore Sarah Strong led the team with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Freshman Blanca Quiñonez contributed 13 points off the bench, while both graduate student Azzi Fudd and junior Ashlynn Shade added 10 points each.
The Huskies have consistently shown strong teamwork, achieving over 20 assists for the seventh consecutive game, and scoring 41 points from their bench during the match against South Florida.
UConn vs. DePaul Historical Context
UConn holds a dominant 26-1 record against DePaul, remaining undefeated at 26-0 under head coach Geno Auriemma. In their last encounter, Fudd scored 17 points in a matchup that took place on January 29, 2025, in Chicago.
DePaul, currently with a record of 2-7 and 0-1 in the BIG EAST, recently suffered a loss to Marquette, finishing 85-54. This season, Kate Novik stands out for the Blue Demons, averaging 13.9 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. Head coach Jill M. Pizzotti is in her inaugural season with the team.
Upcoming Match Highlights
- Game Date & Time: Sunday, 1 p.m.
- Broadcast: FS1, UConn Sports Network
- Jersey Retirement: Sue Bird, No. 10
- Historical Record: UConn 26-1 vs. DePaul
Excitement is building as UConn prepares to face DePaul, marking not only a key game in the season but also a heartfelt tribute to Sue Bird’s outstanding legacy in basketball.
