Knoxville, Tennessee – Lady Vols Vs. UConn: A Rivalry Renewed
The No. 19/17 Tennessee Lady Vols (16-5, 4-5 SEC) are gearing up to face off against the No. 5/5 UConn Huskies (21-2, 12-0 BIG EAST) at the Food City Center on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. ET. This exciting matchup will be televised by ESPN and broadcast on Lady Vol Network radio stations, as well as audio-streamed on UTSports.com and SiriusXM Satellite Radio (Ch. 162 & 191). The upcoming game marks the 27th meeting in a series that dates back to 1995 and has seen some epic battles between these two powerhouse programs.
The Lady Vols are in the midst of a tough stretch, facing their third top-10 opponent in a five-game span. They fell to No. 7/7 Texas and No. 2/2 South Carolina but managed to secure a victory against Missouri before hosting UConn. Led by redshirt sophomore guard Talaysia Cooper, who averages 17.9 ppg, Tennessee boasts a well-rounded lineup with five players averaging double digits in scoring. Ruby Whitehorn, Jewel Spear, Zee Spearman, and Samara Spencer round out the top scorers for the Lady Vols.
UConn enters the game on an 11-game winning streak, with notable victories over DePaul and Butler. The Huskies are led by Paige Bueckers, Sarah Strong, and Azzi Fudd, who form a formidable offensive trio. UConn’s balanced scoring attack and solid defense have been key to their success this season.
The matchup between these two storied programs is always highly anticipated, with both teams boasting impressive histories of success. The Lady Vols have won eight NCAA titles, while the Huskies have claimed 11 championships under legendary coach Geno Auriemma. The game promises to be a thrilling contest between two powerhouse programs with a rich tradition of excellence.
Fans can catch all the action on ESPN, with commentary from Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, and Holly Rowe. The game will also be available for streaming on WatchESPN and broadcast on Lady Vol Network stations. With a large crowd expected, arena doors will open at 5 p.m. ET, and shuttle services will be available for fans attending the game.
As the Lady Vols and Huskies prepare to renew their rivalry on the court, basketball fans are in for a treat as these two powerhouse programs battle it out at the Food City Center. Don’t miss this exciting matchup between two of the top teams in women’s college basketball.