UConn Women’s Basketball Dominates AP Poll with Unbeaten Streak
The UConn women’s basketball team keeps rolling through the 2025-26 season. They’re still sitting at No. 1 in the AP Top 25 poll, and honestly, it’s not even close.
They just crushed Tennessee in a game that wasn’t even competitive. That win keeps their record spotless and, let’s be real, they look almost untouchable right now.
UConn’s Unstoppable Season
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The Huskies have put on a show all season. Their latest blowout against the Tennessee Lady Vols—final score: 96-66—was just another example.
That marked their fifth win over a ranked team. Tennessee, who was No. 15, slipped in the rankings after also dropping a game to Mississippi State earlier that week.
Key Wins and Dominant Performances
UConn’s rise to the top hasn’t been a fluke. They’ve racked up some serious wins:
- Louisville: UConn opened the season by steamrolling Louisville, who started at No. 20. Louisville’s since clawed their way up to No. 6 after stringing together 14 wins in a row.
- Ohio State: On November 16, UConn handled No. 9 Ohio State, 100-68. That’s not a typo.
- Michigan: November 21 brought a nail-biter, but UConn edged out No. 8 Michigan, 72-69.
- Iowa: December 20 saw UConn dismantle No. 10 Iowa, 90-64. Not much suspense there.
Impressive Margins and Power Conference Wins
Against currently-ranked teams, UConn’s average margin of victory sits at a wild 20.8 points. They’ve also racked up nine wins over power conference schools, winning those by an average of 28.2 points.
Those numbers are kind of ridiculous, honestly. It’s rare to see this level of dominance for this long.
Challenges and Upsets in the Rankings
Meanwhile, other teams haven’t had it so easy:
- Vanderbilt: Shea Ralph, a UConn alum, coaches Vanderbilt. They hung around the top 5 for three straight polls, but after losing to No. 13 Ole Miss, they dropped to No. 7.
- Princeton: Another UConn alum, Carla Berube, leads Princeton. They got tripped up by Columbia in Ivy League play, falling four spots to No. 23.
Future Matchups and Potential Challenges
There’s still plenty of basketball left. The schedule isn’t letting up, and UConn will need to stay sharp.
- USC: USC’s been out of the poll since Week 9, but after upsetting Iowa, they snagged a vote this week. UConn already handled them back on December 13, winning 79-51.
- Power Conference Teams: More matchups against power conference squads are coming up. These games are chances for UConn to keep proving they’re the team to beat.
Conclusion: UConn’s Unwavering Dominance
The UConn women’s basketball team has looked like a true powerhouse this season. Their dominance on the court? Pretty hard to ignore.
They keep outplaying top-ranked teams, showing off that rare mix of talent and grit. It’s honestly impressive to watch them push through every challenge.
Anyone following the 2025-26 season should probably keep an eye on the Huskies. They just might be the team everyone else is chasing.
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