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On this week’s (pre-recorded) episode, we dive into UConn’s full schedule, break down the big games in the non-conference and bemoan the extended Big East slate. We also talk about the Huskies’ recently-inducted Hall of Famers, the award winners in the WNBA and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball is back and so is the podcast. On Sunday, the Huskies held an open practice at Sacred Heart, providing the first look at this year’s team. On the first episode of the new season, we recap the event, dive into the early depth chart and discuss who stood out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn filled its final roster spot by making one last addition: USC transfer guard Kayleigh Heckel. The Huskies are officially locked and loaded in their quest to repeat. In this episode, we get into why they look like runaway national title favorites, talk about the lingering areas of concern and discuss how Heckel fits into the team. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn’s 2025-26 roster got a significant upgrade with the addition of Wisconsin transfer Serah Williams. On this episode, we get into why the Huskies are only adding to their surplus, look at how this move transforms for the team and discuss whether they’re changing their style of play in a post-Paige Bueckers world. We also talk about the team’s interest in USC guard Kayleigh Heckel, the new additions to the schedule, staff changes and Sue Bird’s new role. We wrap up with a preview of the upcoming WNBA season. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
The WNBA Draft has come and gone while the offseason officially kicked off for UConn this week. We discuss Paige Bueckers going No. 1 overall to the Dallas Wings and explain why that doesn’t feel as dire as it did six months ago, then get into Kaitlyn Chen and Aubrey Griffin’s respective landing spots. We also talk about Qadence Samuels’ decision to transfer and look at who the Huskies could potentially add. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
After a nine-year drought, UConn is back on top after winning the 2025 national championship.On this first-ever post-title edition of Chasing Perfection, we talk about how the Huskies’ dominance in the Final Four proves they still run the sport, why Azzi Fudd was the perfect pick for most outstanding player, Sarah Strong’s incredible run, Geno’s coaching job and more. We also make a few way-too-early predictions for next season and discuss where Paige Bueckers fits among the program’s all-time greats.Lastly, we want to thank everyone who tuned in this past season, whether you’ve been listening since the start or only found us recently. We appreciate all the support and are already looking ahead to next year. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball is back in the national championship after a 34-point beatdown of UCLA in the national semifinal. On this episode, we break down the Huskies’ historic win and then preview the title game against South Carolina. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn punched its ticket to the Final Four thanks in part to an all-time performance from Paige Bueckers in the regional rounds. She set a program NCAA Tournament record with 40 points against Oklahoma then followed it up with a 31-point outing in an Elite Eight win over USC. On this episode, we talk about why Bueckers has been so good and how it’s different than past success. We also recap the weekend in Spokane, look ahead to the Final Four and explain why we think the nightcap on Friday is the real national championship game. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball is through to the Sweet Sixteen after winning its first NCAA Tournament games by a combined 103 points. We dig into the victories over Arkansas State and South Dakota State, discuss whether anyone can stop Paige Bueckers and explain why the Huskies’ fate is in their hands alone. We also preview the regionals, talk about the devastating injury to JuJu Watkins and take a quick look ahead to next season after Azzi Fudd announced her return. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
The NCAA Tournament is here. The bracket is out and UConn knows its path to a 12th national championship. The headline matchup is a potential Elite Eight rematch with USC, though there’s plenty of other intriguing storylines around the field. This week, we preview March Madness, run through each round and make our predictions for how the next month will pan out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn is through the Big East Tournament after winning three games in three days to claim its 30th conference tournament title. During the weekend at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Huskies showed off some new and improved aspects of their game — the defense had moments of dominance, Paige Bueckers displayed a takeover ability we haven’t seen in years and Sarah Strong took some steps forward. Does that change the outlook for the NCAA Tournament? We also get into bracketology and explain why all the other results this weekend ended up helping UConn out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
March is here. UConn women’s basketball wrapped up its regular season on Sunday and will now turn its attention to the postseason. While there hasn’t been much to glean from the Huskies’ recent performances, there’s still plenty happening with the team. Caroline Ducharme and Ice Brady returned from injuries, Morgan Cheli had her season end and Azzi Fudd remains undecided on her future. We get into all of that and also look at the latest bracketology ahead of the conference tournaments, talk about why this UConn team has such a wide range out outcomes and reminisce about Diana Taurasi’s career. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball went down to South Carolina and didn’t just come out with a win, it did so in dominant fashion. On this episode, we get into what the different was for the Huskies, whether this changes how they’re perceived by the rest of the nation and if some of the program’s mystique has returned. We also talk about the first bracket reveal and where UConn stands after Sunday. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
In UConn’s three losses this season, something has been missing — it’s just hard to pin down exactly what that is. That topic is especially relevant after the Huskies fell to Tennessee last Thursday and are now set to head to South Carolina on Sunday. With their last chance to prove themselves before the regular season ends, can UConn find the “it” factor? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball is finally getting a break from Big East play with a trip to take on old rival Tennessee. While the Huskies should have an edge in talent, the Vols play unlike any other team in the nation: They press all game, make hockey-style substitutions and shooting a ton of 3-pointers. We’ll learn a lot about UConn on Thursday night.With the old rivalry back in the spotlight, we also discuss Geno Auriemma’s contrite comments about how the matchup became “stupid” because it “become something other than a basketball game.” Lastly, we talk about whether Sarah Strong has wrapped up national freshman of the year. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
There’s 10 games left in UConn’s regular season and there hasn’t been much competition recently. With the Huskies rolling through conference play, we try to find the storylines to watch over the next month to keep things interesting. Along with that segment, we also discuss Paige Bueckers reaching 2,000 career points, Aubrey Griffin’s return, the introduction of NCAA Tournament units and the lack of investment in women’s basketball from the rest of the Big East. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn women’s basketball survived a major injury scare when Paige Bueckers came out of an awkward collision with only a knee sprain. Since then, the Huskies have played two games without her and acquitted themselves well. They’ve also been more consistent in the new year — thanks in part to the recent emergence of a few players. We get into all that and more (should the starting lineup change?) in this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
Coming off a loss to No. 7 USC on Saturday night, UConn remains an enigma. The Huskies were terrible in the first half but turned it around and nearly pulled off a comeback win in the second half. On this episode, we discuss:* How to feel about UConn’s Jekyll and Hyde performance* When it’s reasonable to expect more consistency from the Huskies* Whether they should stick with the small-ball lineup* Is South Carolina a must-win?* Could Paige Bueckers be putting too much pressure on herself?We also touch on the win over Iowa State earlier in the week, try to figure out why UConn isn’t a better 3-point shooting team and talk about the latest injury updates.Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn followed up its best performance of the season against Louisville with a step back in a loss at Notre Dame. The Huskies no longer looked like an unstoppable juggernaut. Instead, they reverted to their previous form: A work in progress. On this episode, we discuss reasons for concern and optimism going forward. We also preview the upcoming matchup with Audi Crook and Iowa State, then talk about whether the USC game is a must-win for UConn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
UConn is coming off its best performance of the season with a 33-point thrashing of No. 22 Louisville, but it also has to deal with the (temporary) loss of Azzi Fudd to a (minor) injury. With Notre Dame looming, we discuss how long the Huskies may be without Fudd, how her absence impacts the team and whether we can really know what their potential is. We also try to figure out the last time UConn looked like genuine national championship favorites and preview the heavyweight matchup with the Fighting Irish. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
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