All-American Strong leads No. 2 UConn as season approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Sarah Strong is set to lead the second-ranked UConn women's basketball team after a summer away from the game. Strong, an AP All-American, aims to help the Huskies rebound after falling short in last spring's Final Four. She has recharged physically and mentally, ready to take on increased leadership responsibilities following the departures of key players. UConn coach Geno Auriemma and senior guard Ashlynn Shade have praised her growth into this new role as UConn prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Strong had a basketball-free summer to recover and recharge.
- •She is the only UConn player with over 1,000 points and 600 rebounds by sophomore year.
- •Strong aims to lead after UConn's Final Four loss last season.
- •Coach Auriemma noted her growth in a leadership role.
- •The Huskies prepare for the new season as they seek redemption.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — After a basketball-free summer, All-American Strong returns to lead No. 2 UConn on and off the court
"Now, she is ready to lead second-ranked UConn back to the top after a loss in the Final Four last spring spoiled a championship repeat bid.
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