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UConn's Fudd, Strong Named All-Americans
Fudd and Strong earn First Team All-American honors from the U.S. Basketball Writers Association
Mar. 18, 2026 at 4:22am
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University of Connecticut graduate student guard Azzi Fudd and sophomore forward Sarah Strong were named First Team All-Americans by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association on Tuesday. Fudd is having a career-best season, while Strong was named Big East Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year.
Why it matters
This recognition highlights the standout performances of two key players on the top-ranked UConn women's basketball team, which is aiming for another deep NCAA Tournament run.
The details
Fudd is averaging a career-high 17.7 points per game while shooting over 44% from 3-point range. She has also set single-season highs in rebounds, assists and steals. Strong, meanwhile, was a unanimous selection as Big East Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year, and is averaging a double-double while leading the nation in several advanced metrics.
- On Tuesday, Fudd and Strong were named First Team All-Americans by the U.S. Basketball Writers Association.
The players
Azzi Fudd
A graduate student guard for the University of Connecticut women's basketball team who is having a career-best season, averaging 17.7 points per game while shooting over 44% from 3-point range.
Sarah Strong
A sophomore forward for the University of Connecticut women's basketball team who was named Big East Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year, and is leading the nation in several advanced metrics.
What’s next
Top-seeded UConn (34-0) will host No. 16 seed UTSA Roadrunners women's basketball (18-15) in the first round of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament on Saturday at 3 p.m. on ABC.
The takeaway
Fudd and Strong's All-American selections underscore the depth and talent of the UConn women's basketball program, which remains a dominant force in the sport and a favorite to win another national championship.
