Sarah Strong's Career Night Lifts UConn Over Iowa

Sarah Strong delivered a remarkable performance, scoring 26 of her career-high 39 points in the first half, guiding No. 2 UConn to a commanding 91-79 victory over No. 10 Iowa on Sunday. The Huskies showcased strong offensive contributions from Blanca Quinonez, who added 21 points, and KK Arnold with 14.

This triumph marked a return to winning ways for UConn after suffering their first defeat of the season on the road. Iowa's offensive efforts were led by Chit-Chat Wright's 23 points, with Ava Heiden contributing 15. However, foul trouble for Heiden hampered the Hawkeyes.

Prior to the game, former UConn All-American Azzi Fudd was celebrated with an induction into the Huskies of Honor. Fudd's illustrious career at UConn included significant scoring and three-point records, and she was the top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.