From narrative and historical standpoints, the world of women’s basketball couldn’t possibly ask for a better championship draw. It’s Geno Auriemma versus Dawn Staley; Paige Bueckers trying to go out on top against the dynastic title defenders. UConn-South Carolina is the final game we deserve. Legacies will solidify and hoop dreams will actualize on Sunday afternoon.
How to watch South Carolina vs. Connecticut
- What: Women’s NCAA National Championship Game
- Venue: Amalie Arena — Tampa, Fla.
- Time: 3 p.m. ET, Sunday
- TV: ABC
- Streaming: Fubo (try for free)
- Watching in-person? Get tickets on StubHub.
Auriemma’s Huskies are one win away from their 12th national net cutting. They’ve won each of their tourney games by double digits: early round demolitions across the first weekend, an iconic Bueckers heat check against Oklahoma, then the Los Angeles gauntlet of USC and UCLA. UConn overwhelmingly claimed its Final Four fight versus the Bruins, 85-51, finishing at 55/44 percent shooting splits while forcing 19 turnovers. Bueckers had 16 points, Azzi Fudd scored 19 and Sarah Strong led the way with 22.
On the precipice of her college career, Bueckers has a lot to celebrate. She’s been the AP Player of the Year and a unanimous All-American, holder of both the Wooden and…
