UConn women’s basketball has advanced to the Sweet Sixteen after a stunning 98-45 victory over Syracuse on March 23, 2026. This win marks UConn’s 32nd consecutive appearance in the Sweet Sixteen, further solidifying their dominance in women’s college basketball.
The game was a showcase of UConn’s prowess, as they led by an astonishing 53 points at halftime. Azzi Fudd was a standout performer, scoring 34 points in her final game at Gampel Pavilion, leaving fans and teammates in awe.
With this victory, UConn improved to an impressive 36-0 on the season. They are set to face 4-seed North Carolina in the Sweet Sixteen, with the game scheduled for March 27 at either 2:30 p.m. ET or 5 p.m. ET.
Syracuse’s defeat was particularly painful, as it marked the worst NCAA tournament loss in the school’s history. Coach Felisha Legette-Jack expressed her frustration, stating, “It’s wrong,” referring to the repeated matchups against UConn in the NCAA tournament.
The Orange finished their season with a 24-9 record, but the loss to UConn has overshadowed their achievements. UConn’s coach, Geno Auriemma, praised his team’s performance, saying, “That’s the best half of basketball, best 20 minutes, that I’ve seen in a long, long time from our team.”
This matchup continues a trend, as Syracuse has faced UConn in five of their past seven NCAA tournament appearances, highlighting the challenges they face in the postseason.
As UConn prepares for their next challenge against North Carolina, the basketball community is eager to see if they can maintain their perfect season and continue their quest for another championship.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact time of the upcoming game against North Carolina.
