UConn Women's Basketball Dominates Big East Quarterfinals

Huskies open postseason with focused and energetic performance, led by Serah Williams

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The UConn women's basketball team opened the Big East Tournament with a dominant 84-39 victory over Georgetown, led by a 22-1 run in the first quarter. The Huskies, coming off their 11th undefeated regular season, showed no signs of rust as they came out with focus, energy, and crisp execution on both ends of the floor. Serah Williams led the way with 14 points, while Azzi Fudd, Sarah Strong, and KK Arnold also made key contributions. UConn's stifling defense held Georgetown to just 25.7% shooting and forced 26 turnovers.

Why it matters

UConn's dominant performance to open the postseason demonstrates the team's readiness and determination to make a deep tournament run. After dominating the regular season, the Huskies proved they can maintain their intensity and focus coming off a long layoff, a challenge that has tripped up some of Geno Auriemma's past teams. The win also highlights the team's depth, as multiple players stepped up to contribute in the victory.

The details

UConn fell behind 4-0 early, but then went on a 22-1 run, making 9 of 11 shots during that stretch while holding Georgetown to 1-of-8 shooting. The Huskies led 24-10 after the first quarter and 47-18 at halftime. They then continued their dominance in the third quarter, holding Georgetown to just 1-of-11 shooting and outscoring them 22-4. Serah Williams scored 8 points during the Huskies' early 10-0 run and finished as the team's leading scorer with 14 points. Azzi Fudd, Sarah Strong, and KK Arnold also made significant contributions, with Strong and Arnold each scoring 11 points.

  • UConn fell behind 4-0 early in the first quarter.
  • UConn then went on a 22-1 run in the first quarter.
  • UConn led 24-10 after the first quarter.
  • UConn led 47-18 at halftime.
  • UConn outscored Georgetown 22-4 in the third quarter.

The players

Serah Williams

A transfer from Wisconsin, Serah Williams led UConn with 14 points, including 8 points during the Huskies' early 10-0 run.

Azzi Fudd

Azzi Fudd hit a pair of 3-pointers during UConn's 22-1 run in the first quarter.

Sarah Strong

Sarah Strong scored 11 points and had 6 steals for the Huskies.

KK Arnold

KK Arnold scored 11 points and hit a 3-pointer during UConn's 22-1 run.

Geno Auriemma

UConn's head coach, who has led the Huskies to numerous Big East Tournament championships.

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What they’re saying

“I told Geno after the game, like, they're playing like they're on a mission. They got something to prove.”

— Darnell Haney, Georgetown Head Coach

“I feel like it's March and it's time to lock in. I feel like coming out of the game, we need to come out strong and throw the first punch and just keep it going, and not really have one of those starts maybe that we had during the early season of just, like, slow starts and not really just having that kind of like going power.”

— KK Arnold, UConn Player

What’s next

The Huskies will advance to the Big East Tournament semifinals, where they will face the winner of the quarterfinal matchup between Villanova and Creighton.

The takeaway

UConn's dominant performance to open the Big East Tournament demonstrates the team's readiness and determination to make a deep postseason run. The Huskies' focus, energy, and stifling defense overwhelmed Georgetown, showcasing the team's depth and versatility as they look to capture another conference championship.