UConn women’s basketball team secured their 12th national championship by defeating South Carolina 82-59, with Azzi Fudd leading the charge with 24 points. Sarah Strong and Paige Bueckers also contributed significantly to the victory with 24 points and 15 rebounds, and 17 points respectively. This win marks UConn’s first championship since 2016, ending a nine-year title drought for coach Geno Auriemma and his team. The star-studded championship history of the Huskies includes dominant runs led by players like Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, Maya Moore, and Breanna Stewart. Notable former players were present to witness the team’s latest triumph. Meanwhile, South Carolina’s Dawn Staley was aiming for her fourth championship but fell short. With this win, UConn solidifies their legacy as a powerhouse in women’s college basketball. For a detailed summary of stats and highlights, tune in to ABC Columbia News at 11 p.m. with Chaz Frazier and Noah Chast.
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