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UConn women's basketball faces North Carolina in Sweet 16
Huskies look to continue perfect season and defend national title
Mar. 27, 2026 at 10:05am
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The top-seeded UConn women's basketball team will take on No. 4 seed North Carolina in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 27 at 5 p.m. ET in Fort Worth, Texas. Led by USBWA National Player of the Year Sarah Strong, the undefeated Huskies (36-0) are seeking their 53rd consecutive victory and a chance to defend their national championship.
Why it matters
UConn is one of the most dominant women's basketball programs in history, having won 11 national titles. A win over North Carolina would keep the Huskies on track for another championship and cement their status as one of the greatest teams in the sport.
The details
UConn is led by sophomore sensation Sarah Strong, who was named the 2026 USBWA National Player of the Year. Strong leads the Huskies in points (18.4 ppg), rebounds (7.5), blocks (1.6) and steals (3.3). North Carolina is led by senior guard Indya Nivar, who averages 10.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and a team-high 3.8 assists per game.
- The game will tip off at 5 p.m. ET on Friday, March 27.
- UConn is riding a 52-game winning streak dating back to last season.
The players
Sarah Strong
Sophomore forward for UConn, named 2026 USBWA National Player of the Year.
Indya Nivar
Senior guard for North Carolina, averaging 10.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.
What’s next
The winner of the UConn-North Carolina game will advance to the Elite Eight, one step closer to the national championship.
The takeaway
UConn's quest for perfection and a repeat national title faces a tough test against a talented North Carolina squad, but the Huskies' combination of star power and championship pedigree make them the favorites to continue their dominant run.
