UConn Women's Basketball Team Set to Face Boston College in Hall of Fame Exhibition Game
The UConn women's basketball team, the reigning national champions, will be playing against Boston College in the Hall of Fame Exhibition Game on Monday at 2 p.m. at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The UConn men's team will also face Boston College in a split doubleheader at 7 p.m. The games will be broadcast locally on NBC Sports Boston and will stream for free on UConn+. Tickets for the women's game can be purchased online.
UConn has a historical advantage over Boston College with a 37-14 record. The last time these two teams met was on Nov. 17, 2005. The Huskies are coming off their record 12th national championship in the 2024-25 season and have key players like Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong returning to lead the team. Head coach Geno Auriemma, a Hall of Famer, has an impressive track record with 12 NCAA Championships, 24 Final Fours, and 61 conference championships.
The Huskies have a strong roster with players like Caroline Ducharme, Ice Brady, Jana El Alfy, and Ayanna Patterson. Newcomers Serah Williams, Kayleigh Heckel, Kelis Fisher, Gandy Malou-Mamel, and Blanca Quiñonez will make their debut for UConn in the exhibition game. The team will also have an exhibition game against Southern Connecticut before their season opener against Louisville on Nov. 24 in the Armed Forces Classic in Germany.
In conclusion, the UConn women's basketball team is gearing up for an exciting season with a mix of experienced players and talented newcomers. Fans can look forward to watching the team in action in the upcoming exhibition games before the official start of the season.