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UConn women shake off slow start, beat North Carolina in Sweet 16

On Friday, defending national champion UConn Huskies defeated North Carolina Tar Heels 63-42 at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, securing their 30th Elite Eight appearance in the NCAA Tournament.
Despite missing seven consecutive field goals early, UConn head coach Geno Auriemma's team trailed in the first quarter but overcame the offensive stagnation to regain control.
Sophomore forward Sarah Strong dominated with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Blanca Quinonez added 16 points and Azzi Fudd contributed 10 points after halftime.
UConn will face sixth-seeded Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Sunday, March 29, in Fort Worth after Notre Dame defeated Vanderbilt 67-64 earlier Friday.
The Huskies extended their winning streak to 53 games while setting NCAA single-season records with 872 assists and 583 steals, maintaining championship momentum.

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UNC fades in second half in 63-42 loss to No. 1 UConn in women's Sweet Sixteen

Sarah Strong had 21 points and 10 rebounds as defending national champion and No. UConn overwhelmed North Carolina 63-42.

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Sarah Strong Leads UConn Past North Carolina to Elite Eight

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UConn marches into Elite 8 behind Strong's 21-10

Sarah Strong had 21 points and 10 rebounds as defending national champion and overall No. 1 seed UConn overwhelmed North Carolina 63-42 on Friday, sending the Huskies to the Elite Eight of the women's NCAA tournament for the 30th time.

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Sarah Strong has a double-double and defending champ UConn cruises to Elite Eight, beating UNC 63-42

Sarah Strong had 21 points and 10 rebounds as defending national champion and overall No. 1 seed UConn overwhelmed North Carolina 63-42 in the women's NCAA Tournament.

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