Latest news with #NCAAWomen'sBasketballTournament
Newsweek
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Wings vs Aces: Live Stream WNBA Preseason, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers will take the floor as a WNBA player for the first time on Friday night as her Dallas Wings take on the Las Vegas Aces in a game set to be played in South Bend at Notre Dame. Tune in on Friday to ION to watch Bueckers make her WNBA debut. Paige Bueckers #5 of the UConn Huskies celebrates in the fourth quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Amalie Arena on April 06, 2025 in... Paige Bueckers #5 of the UConn Huskies celebrates in the fourth quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Amalie Arena on April 06, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. More Photo byHow to Watch Wings vs Aces: Date: Friday, May 2, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM EDT Channel: ION Stream: Fubo (Try for free) Bueckers, fresh off leading UConn to the national title, will now look to turn around a Dallas Wings team that finished with the league's second-worst record in 2024. Dallas traded away star forward Satou Sabally this offseason and saw Natasha Howard leave for Indiana in free agency, setting the stage for a new-look Wings team. The Aces had an eventful offseason, moving on from former No. 1 overall pick Kelsey Plum, who was traded to the Sparks as part of a three-team deal that landed Jewell Loyd in Vegas. Loyd is used to playing a high-usage role, so it will be interesting to see how she performs in the Aces system. Why is this game in South Bend? Because both teams feature notable Notre Dame alum. For Vegas, it's Loyd and Jackie Young. For the Wings, it's star guard Arike Ogunbowale, whose ability to hit timely big shots won a national championship for the Irish. Watch the Wings vs Aces game on Friday on ION at 7:00 PM ET. Live stream the Wings vs Aces WNBA game on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
New York Post
25-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
South Carolina's MiLaysia Fulwiley defects to rival LSU in college hoops shocker
Former South Carolina guard MiLaysia Fulwiley has committed to LSU out of the transfer portal, she announced Friday on Instagram. 'Geaux Tigers 💜💛,' she wrote. Fulwiley, known for her highlight-reel plays, had been the biggest name in the women's transfer portal. Advertisement Now she makes the stunning switch to play for her former team's bitter SEC rivals and swaps one prominent coach in Dawn Staley for another in Kim Mulkey. Fulwiley announced she was entering the portal after the Gamecocks were defeated by the UConn Huskies, 82-59, in the national championship on April 6. Advertisement MiLaysia Fulwiley #12 of the South Carolina Gamecocks dribbles the ball while being guarded by KK Arnold #2 of the UConn Huskies in the fourth quarter in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Amalie Arena on April 6, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. Getty Images South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Dawn Staley talks with guard MiLaysia Fulwiley (12) during the first half in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Texas Longhorns at Amalie Arena on April 4, 2025. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect 'Just getting better, just trying to understand a lot of things and just trying to think things through and see what's best for me,' Fulwiley said in the aftermath of South Carolina's loss in the title game. Fulwiley was a crucial part of South Carolina's undefeated record and national championship win in 2023-2024. She was named the SEC sixth player of the year for the 2024-25. Advertisement The 5-foot-10 rising junior joins a star-studded LSU backcourt that features Flau'jae Johnson and Mikaylah Williams.
Irish Daily Star
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd announce new partnership as Huskies teammates link up
Basketball sensations Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd have just been announced as the fresh ambassadors for haircare giant Madison Reed. The dynamic duo was instrumental in clinching the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament title earlier this month with the UConn Huskies, after a stunning victory over South Carolina with a score of 82-59. While Fudd is set to return to the Huskies to help defend their national title next season, Bueckers has taken her game to the next level, having been selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the recent WNBA Draft. But it's not just on the court where these two are making waves; they've reunited for a Madison Reed commercial, showcasing the brand's ColorWonder product. In the playful advert, Bueckers and Fudd exchange witty jabs and light-hearted teasing. Read More Related Articles FOX star left baffled by Caitlin Clark snub as he makes stance perfectly clear Read More Related Articles Sparks knew Sarah Ashlee Barker was perfect WNBA Draft pick after NCAA moment "I'm passing the ColorWonder to someone who can't pronounce anthropomorphism," quipped Fudd. To which Bueckers retorted: "I'm passing the ColorWonder to somebody who thinks they're a better shooter than me." Fudd shot back: "I'm passing the ColorWonder to someone who can't go anywhere without their iPad," prompting Bueckers to cheekily reply: "And I'm not ashamed about it so I'm passing the ColorWonder to somebody who can't keep their room clean." Laughing off the tease, Fudd responded: "And I'm not ashamed about it," before playfully adding: "I'm passing the ColorWonder to someone who has crumbs in their bed." A stunned Bueckers responded, "I'm passing the ColorWonder to somebody that when they change their hair color it becomes their whole personality." Laughing off any specifics, Fudd replied, "No comment," before admitting, "I'm passing the ColorWonder to someone that is so obsessed with their blonde that they made their own color. "And it eats," quipped Bueckers. Bueckers faced an emotional tide after being drafted by the Wings, yet she's keen to embark on her WNBA adventure . She opened up to ESPN about her first overall selection, expressing, "You don't ever want to assume anything in life,". "Nothing is guaranteed, so for this moment to be here and it to actually happen, it's nerve-racking." She further described her mix of emotions: "You just have a level of excitement, nervousness, bittersweet feeling knowing that my journey at UConn is over but excited for the next one to begin. To be able to share that moment with the people sitting at my table and also the people not sitting at my table, they played a huge role in it."
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Evansville officials celebrate record-setting March Madness
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The Evansville Regional Sports Commission has announced the busiest March in its history. Officials state Evansville hosted 33 collegiate basketball games across four championship tournaments in March at the Ford Center. A few highlights include: The Ohio Valley Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Championships returning to Evansville for its eighth straight year The Missouri Valley Conference Women's Basketball tournament was played in Evansville for the first time The NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Elite Eight returned to the Ford Center, broadcasted live on CBS. Officials say March also marked a first of its kind distinction for the River City: home to both the first and final automatic bids to the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament. 'To be the city that launches and closes the NCAA Women's Tournament ticket punching is something incredibly special,' said Brandon McClish, Executive Director of the Evansville Regional Sports Commission. 'It's a testament to the strength of our partnerships, the dedication of our volunteers, and the unwavering commitment of our community. What we achieved this March shows the world what Evansville can do—and we're just getting started.' Officials estimate the tournaments generated an approximate $1.4 million in economic impact for the region, driving nearly 4,000 nights booked in local hotels and bringing fans, teams and media from across the country into the heart of the city. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hopkins native Paige Bueckers wins NCAA title for UConn
TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 06: The UConn Huskies celebrate in the fourth quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the National Championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Amalie Arena on April 06, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by) (Getty Images) The Brief Paige Bueckers, a Hopkins native, and her team at UConn won the NCAA tournament against South Carolina Sunday. The Huskies won 82-59, with Bueckers getting 17 points. This is Bueckers first national championship in her final year at UConn. (FOX 9) - Former Hopkins standout Paige Bueckers won the NCAA title during her final season at UConn. UConn wins NCAA title Bueckers wins title Bueckers and her team at UConn beat South Carolina in the NCAA National Championship on Sunday. Advertisement This is Bueckers' first NCAA title in her final season with the Huskies. UConn beat South Carolina 82-59. Bueckers had 17 points, 3 assists and 6 rebounds. This is the UConn Women's basketball team's 12th national title, breaking the record. Bueckers beat Maya Moore for the most career NCAA tournament points by a UConn player with 477 points, according to the NCAA. ACL injury The backstory Bueckers, playing as a redshirt senior, didn't play in the 2022 season due to an ACL injury. Last year, Bueckers lost to Caitlin Clark's Iowa Hawkeyes in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament last year. Advertisement Instead of heading to the WNBA, Bueckers decided to play one more season for UConn. During her final season at UConn, Bueckers won the 2025 BIG EAST Player of the Year, and the 2025 All-BIG EAST First Team. Future WNBA career What's next Bueckers is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the upcoming WNBA draft on April 14, according to Sports Illustrated. The Source This report was written from Paige Bueckers' biography on UConn's website, a Sports Illustrated article and NCAA stats from the championship game.
