UConn's Serah Williams shines in Huskies' Big East tournament win

Senior transfer scores 14 points as top-seeded UConn routs Georgetown 84-39

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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In her first career postseason game, UConn senior forward Serah Williams scored a career-high 14 points to lead the top-seeded Huskies to an 84-39 victory over No. 8 Georgetown in the Big East tournament quarterfinals. Williams, a transfer from Wisconsin, sparked a 22-1 UConn run in the first quarter that put the game out of reach early. The Huskies, now 32-0 on the season, will face No. 5 Creighton in the semifinals on Sunday.

Why it matters

Williams' standout performance in her postseason debut for UConn is a significant moment for the senior, who has worked hard to find her role on the team after transferring from Wisconsin. Her ability to make an immediate impact in a high-stakes tournament game showcases her growth and the Huskies' depth as they pursue another Big East title and NCAA championship.

The details

Williams scored 8 points during a 10-0 UConn run to start the game, including a layup, a steal-and-score, and an impressive reverse layup. The Huskies then went on a 22-1 run to take a commanding 22-5 lead. UConn led 47-18 at halftime, going 7-for-13 from 3-point range. Williams finished with a career-high 14 points, while Big East Player of the Year Sarah Strong and point guard KK Arnold added 11 points each, and Azzi Fudd had 10.

  • UConn opened the game on a 10-0 run in the first quarter, with Williams scoring 8 of those points.
  • After a Georgetown timeout, UConn went on a 22-1 run to take a 22-5 lead.
  • UConn led 47-18 at halftime.

The players

Serah Williams

A 6-foot-4 senior forward who transferred to UConn this season from Wisconsin. She scored a career-high 14 points in her first career postseason game for the Huskies.

Geno Auriemma

The head coach of the UConn women's basketball team, which has won 12 national championships.

Sarah Strong

The Big East Player of the Year, who scored 11 points in the win over Georgetown.

KK Arnold

UConn's starting point guard, who also scored 11 points in the game.

Azzi Fudd

The UConn sophomore guard, who scored 10 points, all in the first half.

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What they’re saying

“When Serah starts out the game like she did today, it just gets everyone going. I'm happy to see her confident out there. I feel like that gives the rest of the team confidence to be aggressive and do what she's doing out there.”

— Sarah Strong, Big East Player of the Year

“It was just definitely special. It's a new team, new experience. Usually by now, my seasons in the past have been over, so definitely just taking advantage and trying to have fun with it.”

— Serah Williams

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

— Darnell Haney, Georgetown head coach

What’s next

The Huskies will face No. 5 Creighton in the Big East tournament semifinals on Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

The takeaway

Serah Williams' breakout performance in her first career postseason game for UConn is a testament to her hard work and perseverance after transferring to the program. Her ability to spark the Huskies' dominant win over Georgetown showcases the team's depth and versatility as they continue their quest for another Big East title and national championship.