UConn women’s basketball finishes exhibition play undefeated
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 12:16 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026

UConn women's basketball completed its exhibition schedule with a decisive 86-50 victory over Army on October 25, 2026. The win capped a 3-0 preseason, including notable victories against Syracuse and Texas, indicating the team's robust defensive prowess and offensive potential led by Sarah Strong. Newcomer Jovana Popovic has emerged as a significant contributor, showcasing her shooting and playmaking abilities. Coach Geno Auriemma noted ongoing adjustments to integrate center Jana El Alfy with Strong. The Huskies are preparing for their season opener against Cornell next week, but three players remain questionable due to injuries.
- •UConn ends exhibition play 3-0 with wins over Army, Syracuse, and Texas.
- •Jovana Popovic shines as a key scorer during the preseason.
- •Defense limited opponents to 61 points or fewer in all games.
- •Blanca Quiñonez and others remain questionable for the opener against Cornell.
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — What we learned about UConn women’s basketball in three exhibition games
"UConn women’s basketball went 3-0 in the preseason. Here’s what we learned about Jovana Popovic, the defense, center play and injuries.
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