Thrilling Women’s Elite Eight Highlights: UConn Dominates & Texas Triumphs – Full Analysis and Scores

The 2025 Women’s Final Four is here! After thrilling games, the field is set with four top teams. No. 1 seeds UCLA and South Carolina are joined by Texas and UConn, marking a big return for Texas, which hasn’t reached the Final Four since 2003.

UConn’s Victory Over USC

In a key game, UConn defeated USC 78-64. The Huskies played strongly, taking command early. They were up by 19 points in the third quarter. Despite USC’s efforts to close the gap, UConn held firm. Azzi Fudd hit a crucial three-pointer to kick off the fourth quarter, settling any nerves and leading the Huskies to victory.

Paige Bueckers, who scored 31 points, showed what makes her a standout player. She helped control the game and added crucial assists. Freshman Sarah Strong also made an impact, contributing 22 points and 17 rebounds. Defensively, UConn limited USC to just 33% shooting.

Bueckers’ performances have been impressive this tournament; she has scored over 25 points in three straight games. This puts her among the top players in NCAA tournament history.

Texas’ Defensive Strategy

Texas secured its Final Four spot after defeating TCU 58-47. Defense was the key to their success. Texas forced 21 turnovers and stifled TCU’s shooting, holding them to 26.7% from the field.

Though not a high-scoring game, Texas found ways to score when it counted. Madison Booker and Rori Harmon stepped up, with 18 and 11 points respectively.

As Texas prepares to face South Carolina again, they’ll need to ramp up their scoring. In their previous meetings this season, they’ve struggled against the Gamecocks. They must find offensive rhythm to advance.

Looking Forward

As the tournament heats up, all eyes are on these teams. UConn has a strong chance of cutting down the nets, especially with their talented roster. Texas, on the other hand, will need to shake off their scoring woes to challenge strong opponents like South Carolina.

In recent years, the women’s game has seen increased attention and viewership. A 2023 survey showed that 74% of fans believe women’s sports deserve equal coverage as men’s. This growing support may change the landscape of women’s basketball for good.

As excitement builds, fans eagerly await what promises to be an unforgettable Final Four. For more on the upcoming matchups and expert analysis, ESPN has you covered.

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