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UConn Makes Azzi Fudd, Sarah Strong Announcement Before March Madness

UConn Makes Azzi Fudd, Sarah Strong Announcement Before March Madness

Summary

The University of Connecticut (UConn) women's basketball team announced that players Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong were named first-team All-Americans by the Associated Press. UConn, currently undefeated this season, will start the NCAA Tournament as the top seed.

Key Facts

  • UConn women's basketball team had an undefeated regular season.
  • Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong were named first-team All-Americans.
  • This is the first time two UConn teammates made the first team since 2020.
  • Sarah Strong averaged 18.5 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.4 steals, and 1.6 blocks per game.
  • Azzi Fudd was the second-leading scorer with 17.7 points and averaged three assists, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.5 steals per game.
  • UConn is the No. 1 seed in the Women’s NCAA Tournament.
  • UConn will face No. 16 seed UTSA in their first tournament game.
  • UConn holds strong odds to win the tournament, according to DraftKings.

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