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UConn's Paige Bueckers consoled USC's JuJu Watkins after UConn's win in the Elite Eight, with Bueckers scoring 28 points to lead her team to the Final Four. Despite Watkins' impressive performance of 29 points and 10 rebounds, UConn secured their 23rd appearance in the national semifinals.
USC freshman JuJu Watkins ends historic season as the all-time leading scorer among NCAA Division I freshmen, but her 29 points weren't enough to lead the Trojans past UConn in the Elite Eight. Despite the loss, Watkins expressed gratitude for her team and vowed to use the disappointment as motivation for her sophomore campaign.
USC freshman JuJu Watkins, an AP first-team All-American, had a standout season, setting records and leading her team to the Elite Eight. Despite the loss, she expressed gratitude for her teammates and excitement for the next season. Watkins, a high-profile freshman, has made a mark both on and off the court, and is motivated to improve and build on her success in the coming years.
USC's JuJu Watkins broke the all-time women's DI freshman scoring record with 899 points, surpassing Tina Hutchinson's 1983-84 record. Watkins also holds USC's single-season scoring record and could challenge the overall first-year record if USC advances to the national championship. She leads the nation in usage and free-throw attempts, earning multiple honors and helping lead the Trojans to their first Elite Eight since 1994.
USC freshman JuJu Watkins remains unfazed by high-pressure situations, leading her team to victory in the NCAA Tournament with her poise and clutch performances, despite her young age. Watkins' calm demeanor and ability to take over games have propelled USC to its first Elite Eight in 30 years, earning the trust and admiration of her teammates and coach. Whether it's making crucial plays on the court or unwinding with TikTok, Watkins continues to shine as a standout player and leader for the Trojans.
USC's JuJu Watkins led her team to a 74-70 comeback win over Baylor, scoring nine of the Trojans' last 10 points to secure a spot in the Elite Eight. Despite a tough shooting night, Watkins finished with 30 points, four assists, and four blocks, showcasing her composure and skill on the court as she continues to make NCAA tournament history as a freshman.
Freshman star JuJu Watkins led No. 1 seed USC to a 74-70 victory over fifth-seeded Baylor in the Sweet 16 with a standout performance, scoring 30 points, including crucial free throws and a tie-breaking layup in the fourth quarter. Despite Baylor's strong challenge, USC held on to advance to the regional final to face UConn.
USC's star freshman JuJu Watkins led the Trojans to an 87-55 victory over Texas A&M Corpus Christi in the first round of the NCAA women's basketball tournament, breaking Cheryl Miller’s USC single-season scoring record in the process. Watkins finished with 23 points, five rebounds, and four blocks, solidifying her place as one of the top-scoring freshmen in NCAA history. The Trojans will face No. 8-seed Kansas in the second round, aiming to continue their impressive tournament run.
USC freshman JuJu Watkins breaks USC single-season scoring record in her NCAA tournament debut, leading the Trojans to an 87-55 win over Texas A&M Corpus Christi. With 833 total points, Watkins now ranks third in NCAA history for scoring by a freshman. USC will face No. 8-seed Kansas in the second round.
Caitlin Clark, a standout player from Iowa, was named to the AP All-America team for the third consecutive year, joined by freshmen JuJu Watkins of USC and Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame, along with Stanford’s Cameron Brink and UConn’s Paige Bueckers. Clark led the nation in scoring and assists, while Watkins and Hidalgo made significant impacts in their freshman seasons. Brink and Bueckers also earned first-team honors, with Kitley, Reese, Cardoso, Booker, and Sheldon making up the second team, and Pili, Fair, Amoore, Beers, Lee, and Edwards receiving honorable mentions.
Freshman JuJu Watkins overcomes ankle injury to lead USC to a double-overtime victory over UCLA in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals, securing a spot in the final against Stanford. Watkins finished with 33 points and 10 rebounds, propelling USC to its first conference title shot since 2014. The win marks USC's second consecutive victory over UCLA and showcases the team's resilience in clutch moments, with Watkins' standout performance and the team's unity contributing to their success.
No. 5 USC defeats No. 7 UCLA 80-70 in double overtime in the Pac-12 Tournament semifinals, with JuJu Watkins scoring 33 points and 10 rebounds. USC will face No. 2 Stanford in the championship game. Despite being injured, Watkins returned to the game and set a new Pac-12 Tournament record for points in a game by a freshman. UCLA's Charisma Osborne led her team with 21 points, but the Bruins couldn't secure a win in regulation or the first overtime.
USC star JuJu Watkins sets a new freshman single-season scoring record with 30 points in the Trojans' 74-68 loss to No. 18 Utah. Despite the defeat, Watkins continues to make waves in women's college basketball, having already broken several program records this season. USC, with a 21-5 record, looks ahead to their remaining regular season games and potential success in the upcoming conference and NCAA tournaments.
USC freshman basketball star JuJu Watkins set a new school record by scoring her 11th 30-point game in a single season, surpassing former USC star Cheryl Miller's record. Watkins finished the game against Colorado with 42 points, expressing gratitude for being part of USC basketball history. USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb described the matchup as a "heavyweight fight," and before the game, Watkins showcased her skills by making a one-handed basket from behind the team bench. The No. 7 Trojans improved to 21-4 with their seventh consecutive win, attracting attention from basketball legends and celebrities.
USC freshman JuJu Watkins scores a jaw-dropping 51 points against No. 4 Stanford, leading her team to a 67-58 victory and breaking a USC record set in 1989. With an impressive performance on both ends of the court, including 25 of 31 first-half points, 14-for-26 shooting, 5 assists, and 11 rebounds, Watkins solidifies her status as a standout player in women's basketball, with an average of 27.2 points per game this season.