UConn, Azzi Fudd Arrive in Fort Worth for Sweet 16 Showdown with North Carolina

FORT WORTH, Texas (TXAN 24) — The road to a national title runs through North Texas this week as Azzi Fudd and the undefeated UConn Huskies women’s basketball prepare for a high-stakes Sweet 16 matchup against the North Carolina Tar Heels women’s basketball.

UConn enters the regional round unbeaten, continuing a dominant season that has reestablished the program as one of the clear favorites in this year’s NCAA Tournament. Led by head coach Geno Auriemma, the Huskies have combined elite defense with efficient scoring, with Fudd playing a key role in their tournament push.

North Carolina arrives in Fort Worth with a 25-7 record, looking to play spoiler against one of the nation’s top teams. The Tar Heels have shown resilience throughout the season and will look to challenge UConn’s depth and pace on both ends of the floor.

The Sweet 16 matchup is part of the NCAA Women’s Tournament regional hosted in Fort Worth, drawing national attention as top programs battle for a spot in the Elite Eight.

With a trip to the next round on the line, all eyes will be on whether UConn can keep its perfect season intact—or if North Carolina can deliver one of the tournament’s biggest upsets.