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Georgetown vs UConn Women’s Basketball Update

The Georgetown Hoyas, seeded No. 8 with a record of 14-16, are set to face the undefeated No. 1 seed UConn Huskies, who boast an impressive 31-0 record, on March 7, 2026, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. The game is scheduled to start at 12 p.m. ET.

UConn enters the matchup with a remarkable 47-game win streak and has not lost in the conference in 67 tries. The Huskies are also the defending national champions, currently ranked No. 1 in the nation. They are averaging 88.5 points per game, which ranks second in college basketball, while allowing just 50.7 points per game, the best defensive record in the sport.

In contrast, Georgetown has struggled this season, averaging 63.4 points per game, placing them 229th in college basketball. The Hoyas allow 61.8 points per game, ranking 127th. Despite their challenges, Georgetown’s Sarah Strong has emerged as a standout player, earning both Big East Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year honors.

UConn’s offensive prowess is highlighted by their three-point shooting, where they rank first in the nation with a 39.4% success rate. Georgetown, however, has managed only 5.9 three-pointers per game, ranking 190th in this category.

As the teams prepare for this critical matchup, observers are keen to see if Georgetown can pull off an upset against the dominant UConn squad. The stakes are high, and the outcome could significantly impact both teams’ trajectories in the postseason.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full lineup and any last-minute changes for either team as the game approaches.

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