UConn women's hoops ends Bluejays' four-game win streak

The No. 1 Huskies secured a 50-point victory over Creighton to remain undefeated.

Feb. 12, 2026 at 1:39am

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The No. 1 UConn women's basketball team (26-0, 15-0) swept the Creighton Bluejays (12-13, 8-8) with a 94-44 victory on Wednesday. Five UConn players reached double-digit figures, led by Allie Ziebell's 20 points off the bench. The Huskies' defense forced 22 Creighton turnovers, leading to 27 points.

Why it matters

UConn remains undefeated and continues to assert its dominance in women's college basketball. The lopsided victory over Creighton, which had won four straight games, showcases the Huskies' ability to shut down opposing offenses and score in bunches.

The details

UConn jumped out to an early 10-9 lead but then went on a 6-0 run to end the first quarter. The Huskies then opened the second quarter with a 9-0 run and led by 16 points at halftime. UConn pulled away in the second half, going on a 16-0 run in the third quarter to take a 37-point lead into the fourth quarter.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Allie Ziebell

A UConn sophomore who came off the bench to score 20 points and grab 2 rebounds.

Azzi Fudd

The UConn leader who contributed 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists.

Sarah Strong

A UConn sophomore who returned to action and tallied 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists.

Geno Auriemma

The head coach of the UConn Huskies women's basketball team.

Elizabeth Gentry

A Creighton player who scored 12 points off the bench.

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What they’re saying

“I thought that because we scored more in the second half, we were able to get our pressure going. I think when you're in a rush to score, like they were, you start taking quick threes.”

— Geno Auriemma, Head Coach

“One person out of the lineup is like losing three or four people out of the lineup.”

— Geno Auriemma, Head Coach

What’s next

The Huskies will travel to face the Marquette Golden Eagles for their second meeting of the 2025-2026 season.

The takeaway

UConn's dominant victory over Creighton showcases the Huskies' ability to overwhelm opponents with their stifling defense and balanced scoring attack, as they remain undefeated and continue to solidify their status as the top team in women's college basketball.