There has been concern regarding who would lead Geno Auriemma's UConn Huskies, with Paige Bueckers now in the WNBA. Azzi Fudd, a veteran guard, is the popular pick — and the coach seems to agree.

The 2025-2026 season marks the arrival of the No. 1 player in the country for the 2025 recruiting class, Aaliyah Chavez.