Sarah Strong is the best Player in the Country

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In today’s episode of Locked On UConn, we break down the Huskies’ hard-fought 72-61 victory over Creighton and how Sarah Strong continues to make her case as the best player in the country. With a dominant 26-point, 12-rebound performance, Strong carried the team early when they struggled offensively, proving her value on both ends of the floor. We also discuss Paige Bueckers’ second-half surge and how UConn’s relentless defense secured the win in front of a record Creighton crowd.

Segment 1

The UConn Huskies solidified their place atop the Big East standings with a 72-61 win over Creighton in a highly anticipated road matchup. The victory extended UConn’s winning streak to nine games and marked their 30th consecutive conference win.

While Paige Bueckers came alive in the second half, it was Sarah Strong who carried the Huskies from start to finish. Strong’s 26-point, 12-rebound double-double marked her fifth of the season, proving once again why she’s not only a frontrunner for National Freshman of the Year but arguably the best player in the country.

Key Game Highlights:

• Sarah Strong’s Dominance:

• 26 points, 12 rebounds, 5 steals, 4 blocks

• Perfect 8-for-8 from the free-throw line

• Paige Bueckers’ Second-Half Surge: