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UConn's Azzi Fudd Wins Back-to-Back Big East Player of the Week
The redshirt senior guard continues her hot streak in February, averaging 22 points and 3 steals per game.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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UConn women's basketball star Azzi Fudd has been named the Big East Player of the Week for the second consecutive week. Fudd averaged 22 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 steals while shooting 66.7% from 3-point range in wins over Creighton and Marquette last week. This is Fudd's fourth Player of the Week honor this season and the sixth of her career.
Why it matters
Fudd's dominant performances have helped keep UConn atop the Big East standings. As one of the nation's top shooting guards, her continued excellence is crucial for the Huskies' championship aspirations.
The details
Fudd had a well-rounded showing in UConn's 50-point rout of Creighton with 19 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. She then led the team at Marquette with 25 points and 4 steals. Fudd has logged three of her eight 20-point games this season since February 1, and she has shot above 62% from beyond the arc with at least three makes in four of the last five games.
- On February 13, Fudd had 19 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals in UConn's win over Creighton.
- On February 15, Fudd scored 25 points and had 4 steals in UConn's victory over Marquette.
The players
Azzi Fudd
A redshirt senior guard for the UConn women's basketball team who is having a standout season, averaging career highs in points, assists and steals per game.
Sarah Strong
A star forward for the UConn women's basketball team who has also earned 6 Big East Player of the Week honors this season.
Allie Ziebell
A sophomore guard for the UConn women's basketball team who has also earned 1 Big East Player of the Week honor this season.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
What’s next
UConn resumes Big East play on Wednesday, February 18 on the road against Villanova, the second place team in the conference.
The takeaway
Azzi Fudd's dominant performances have been crucial in keeping UConn atop the Big East standings. As one of the nation's elite shooting guards, her continued excellence will be key for the Huskies' championship aspirations this season.
