Geno Ties Record, Paige Shines, Sarah Strong's homecoming..
Description
In this episode of Locked On UConn Women, we celebrate history in the making as Geno Auriemma ties the all-time record for career wins with his 1,216th victory. The Huskies defeated No. 14 North Carolina in their first ranked test of the season, showcasing the dominance of Paige Bueckers and the promise of freshman Sarah Strong.
Segment Highlights
• Geno Auriemma’s Milestone: We dive into what this achievement means for the program and how Auriemma continues to prioritize his players over personal accolades.
• Paige Bueckers’ Masterclass: With 29 points, including 16 in the first quarter, Bueckers reminded everyone why she’s the frontrunner for National Player of the Year.
• Sarah Strong’s Homecoming: The freshman delivered her first career double-double in front of her hometown crowd, showing flashes of her immense potential despite some growing pains.
• Looking Ahead: Paige Bueckers’ potential future with the Dallas Wings as the likely No. 1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, and what this means for women’s basketball.
Stay tuned for Wednesday’s game against Fairleigh Dickinson, where Auriemma could officially become the winningest coach in college basketball history.
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