The Connecticut Huskies are set to compete against South Carolina Gamecocks in the national championship after recording strong wins in their Final Four.
South Carolina which stands as the defending champions made a comeback from a 12-4 deficit to beat Texas 74-57 in the Final Four. South Carolina stood strong by displaying balanced scoring, with 10 players making an impact.
Te-Hina Paopao, a senior guard led the game with 14 points, while Joyce Edwards, a freshman contributed 13 off the bench.
In a defensive manner, the winner brought down the Longhorns, holding them to 39.3% shooting and causing 14 turnovers. Madison Booker, who came in with enough energy was reduced to 11 points.
Connecticut did not forgive UCLA as they trashed the latter 85-51 in the second semi-final. The Huskies were tight on their defense which consumed the Bruins, who turned the ball over 19 times and hit only 38.5%.
Lauren Betts helped UCLA to record 26 goals, but Connecticut did a great offensive. Azzi Fudd contributed 19, Freshman Sarah Strong posted 22 points, and Paige Bueckers put in 16.
This championship game is another opportunity for the last face-off of the 2022 final, where South Carolina thrashed UConn. The Huskies are on a mission to record their first title since 2016, while South Carolina hopes to win the title for the fourth time under Manager Dawn Staley.
