UConn women’s basketball opens season against Cornell with health concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 2:11 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
The UConn Huskies women's basketball team starts the 2026-27 regular season against Cornell on October 31 at Gampel Pavilion. The Huskies completed a perfect exhibition season and are eager to build on last year’s 38-1 record. Health issues surrounding standout Blanca Quinonez, who had offseason surgeries, are a major concern as her status is uncertain for the opener. Additionally, the team seeks to replace the perimeter shooting left by the departure of Azzi Fudd to the WNBA.
- •UConn finished a perfect 3-0 exhibition season.
- •Blanca Quinonez's health remains uncertain ahead of the opener.
- •Azzi Fudd's departure leaves a gap in perimeter shooting.
- •UConn plays Cornell on October 31 at Gampel Pavilion.
- 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — UConn Women's Basketball: The Biggest Question For Huskies Heading into Season
"OK, the biggest question is the health of Blanca Quinonez, but we meant after that.
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