UConn Huskies Announce 2024-25 Women's Basketball Roster
Dominant Huskies Aim for Another Championship Run
The University of Connecticut Huskies, one of the most successful women's basketball programs in NCAA history, have released their official roster for the 2024-25 season. The Huskies are coming off a 30-6 season in which they reached the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament.
Key Additions and Departures
- Incoming Freshmen: The Huskies welcome a highly touted recruiting class including Azzi Fudd, Paige Bueckers, and Olivia Nelson-Ododa.
- Outgoing Seniors: Crystal Dangerfield and Katie Lou Samuelson have graduated and will be missed by the Huskies.
Season Outlook
With a strong core of returning players and a talented incoming recruiting class, the Huskies are poised for another successful season. They will be led by All-American forward Napheesa Collier and guard Christyn Williams.
The Huskies schedule includes several tough non-conference games, including matchups against Notre Dame, Stanford, and Louisville. They will also face a challenging conference slate in the American Athletic Conference.
Head Coach Geno Auriemma
Geno Auriemma is entering his 36th season as head coach of the Huskies. He is the winningest coach in women's college basketball history with over 1,100 victories.
Auriemma will be looking to lead the Huskies to their 12th national championship in 2024-25.
Roster
| Name | Position | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Aaliyah Edwards | Forward | Junior |
| Aubrey Griffin | Guard | Senior |
| Christyn Williams | Guard | Junior |
| Evina Westbrook | Guard | Sophomore |
| Jazmine Massengill | Guard | Freshman |
| Meghan MacLean | Forward | Freshman |
| Napheesa Collier | Forward | Senior |
| Olivia Nelson-Ododa | Forward | Freshman |
| Paige Bueckers | Guard | Freshman |
| Rori Harmon | Guard | Sophomore |
| Shana Davis | Forward | Senior |
| Summer Edwards | Guard | Sophomore |
| Zia Cooke | Guard | Junior |
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