
Kelis Fisher Poised for Breakout Season with UConn Women’s Basketball
After a modest debut season, Kelis Fisher is ready to expand her role, drawing confidence from teammates and a summer of targeted development.
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After a modest debut season, Kelis Fisher is ready to expand her role, drawing confidence from teammates and a summer of targeted development.

Kaleena Smith, the nation’s No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2027, is set to take an official visit to UConn on Nov. 6. The 5‑foot‑6 point guard from Ontario, California, arrives after a stellar high‑school career that includes a state championship, multiple Gatorade honors and a gold medal with Team USA at the 2026 FIBA U18 AmeriCup.

From Storrs to the world stage, the Huskies gather to celebrate soccer victories, share cultural pride, and foster inclusion among international players.

UConn will host Texas in a preseason exhibition on Oct. 19, 2026, setting the stage for a demanding season that pits the Huskies against elite competition and revives a historic rivalry.

After a 38‑1 record and a Final Four run, the Huskies look to replace key departures while banking on Sarah Strong’s health and the arrival of top freshman Olivia Vukosa.

Senior guard Ashlynn Shade discusses the shooting slump of her junior campaign, the strides she made in other areas, and her focus on becoming a more well‑rounded leader for the Huskies.

UConn senior Ashlynn Shade discusses her junior season challenges, outlines her focus on shooting consistency, and embraces a larger leadership role as the team looks toward the next chapter.
Sarah Strong’s historic season combined a 38-game winning streak, national player of the year honors, and a resilient recovery from an Achilles injury, setting the stage for a promising future with the Huskies.
Since its 2024 launch, Overtime Select has drawn thousands of applicants, offering PR and media training alongside basketball, with stars like Eve Long and Sascha Malas shaping its mission.

After helping Angers avoid relegation in the La Boulangère Wonderligue, Marine Dursus is set to join the UConn women’s basketball program, bringing a refined shooting touch and defensive grit to the Huskies.

After a season disrupted by injury, Marine Dursus helped Angers avoid relegation in the La Boulangère Wonderligue. Her return featured double‑digit scoring and multiple steals, catching the eye of UConn coaches. With international experience at the Nike Hoop Summit and Basketball Without Borders, she is set to join the Huskies, where her shooting and physicality are expected to reshape the team's offensive dynamics.

The Huskies aim to rebound from a Final Four loss, blending veteran talent with fresh recruits as they chase another national championship.

The Huskies begin their summer schedule with a mix of seasoned players and promising newcomers, setting the stage for a competitive upcoming season.

The University of Connecticut and the University of Iowa will meet in a home-and-home series beginning with a game in Storrs on November 8, 2024, rekindling a rivalry that last culminated in a tightly contested Final Four victory for Iowa.
A historic home‑and‑home series between the University of Connecticut and the University of Iowa is set to begin in November 2026, reviving a rivalry that last culminated in a thrilling 2024 Final Four showdown.

The University of Connecticut and the Iowa Hawkeyes have confirmed a home-and-home series that will highlight the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons, reviving a rivalry that has produced memorable contests over the past three decades.

UConn and Iowa will meet in a two-game series beginning November 8, 2026, reigniting a rivalry that has shaped recent women's college basketball.

The University of Connecticut will open its 2026‑27 non‑conference slate with a home game against Iowa on November 8, 2026, reigniting a rivalry that has produced memorable Final Four battles.

The University of Connecticut’s women’s basketball program is set to open its 2026‑27 season with a two-game series against the Iowa Hawkeyes, beginning with a home matchup on November 8, 2026 in Storrs.

UConn will open a new series with Iowa on Nov. 8, 2026, a game that revisits recent Final Four battles and sets the stage for a season of marquee non-conference contests.

Iowa will host UConn in 2027‑28 after a scheduled away game next season, reviving a rivalry that sees the Huskies leading 7‑4, while both teams bring back key players and high‑profile recruits.

Iowa will travel to UConn next season before hosting the Huskies in 2027-28, reviving a historic rivalry that promises top‑tier competition.