Breaking News: UConn Ends Regular Season with Victory Over Marquette, Led by Aubrey Griffin and Paige Bueckers on Senior Day
STORRS, CT — The UConn women’s basketball team wrapped up its regular season with an impressive 78-65 victory over Marquette on Senior Day at Gampel Pavilion. The win not only celebrated the achievements of two of the program’s standout players, Aubrey Griffin and Paige Bueckers, but also marked a significant milestone as the team prepares for postseason play.
The game was charged with emotion, as UConn’s senior duo—Griffin and Bueckers—played pivotal roles in the Huskies’ dominating performance. Bueckers, the national player of the year in 2021, showcased why she’s still one of the most lethal players in college basketball. She contributed 18 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds, leading UConn with her smooth ball handling and sharp shooting.
Griffin, a key defensive force for the Huskies, put together one of her best all-around performances of the season. The senior forward had 15 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals, making crucial plays on both ends of the floor. Griffin’s energy and hustle were on full display, providing the spark UConn needed to close out the regular season on a high note.
The Huskies were locked in from the start, jumping to an early lead behind the sharp shooting of Bueckers and the tenacious defense spearheaded by Griffin. Marquette struggled to find an offensive rhythm, particularly as UConn’s defense stifled the Golden Eagles’ attempts to penetrate the paint.
UConn’s bench also played a vital role in the win, with freshmen such as Caroline Ducharme and Azzi Fudd stepping up to contribute key minutes. Their scoring depth allowed the Huskies to maintain their lead, even as Marquette tried to claw back into the game in the second half.
The win brings UConn’s regular season record to 27-5, securing them a top seed in the upcoming Big East Tournament. As for the seniors, the victory was a fitting send-off, allowing Bueckers and Griffin to leave the court with smiles on their faces, knowing they had left everything on the floor for their final regular-season game at Gampel Pavilion.
With their regular season now concluded, the Huskies turn their focus to postseason play, hoping to build momentum as they chase another national championship.