Sooners fall short as Huskies complete perfect season
Connecticut defeated Oklahoma 82-70 in San Antonio to finish 39-0, avenging a December loss and denying the Sooners a title. Auriemma praised Oklahoma’s effort and noted their strong inside attack while Connecticut dominated the paint and forced 21 turnovers. Stacey Dales led Oklahoma with 18 points before fouling out as Talbert cried in the locker room.
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Swin Cash fuels UConn title win over Oklahoma
Swin Cash starred as Connecticut secured the national championship with an 82-70 victory over Oklahoma. The senior forward totaled 20 points and 13 rebounds, added four assists, went 10 of 12 from the line, and, with Tamika Williams, slowed Stacey Dales. Cash earned Most Outstanding Player honors as the Huskies finished 39-0, matching her 2000 title run.
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Connecticut Wins Title Over Oklahoma In Final Four Showdown
UConn defeats Oklahoma 82 to 70 to finish 39-0 as Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird key the Huskies late. Oklahoma nearly rallied from a 16 point second half deficit but Connecticut outrebounded 44 to 25 and held on behind Cash 20 points 13 rebounds and Bird 14 points.
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Glamour game chatter fades as fans stay for the play
Commentary on sex appeal in women's basketball centers on the UConn Oklahoma final. Sue Bird defends the game’s substance over looks while Sherri Coale’s wardrobe draws fashion buzz. Despite gendered marketing, the sport’s ratings impact remains uncertain as media credentials dipped at San Antonio Final Four.
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