UConn Falls in Women’s College Basketball AP Top 25, South Carolina and UCLA Remain Dominant

UConn Huskies Drop to No. 17 After Blowout Loss, Texas Climbs to No. 5 in AP Top 25

The UConn Huskies’ devastating loss to Texas knocked them down to No. 17 in the AP Top 25, marking their lowest ranking in 30 years. This comes after spending 357 weeks in the top 15, the second-longest streak in women’s basketball history.

The Longhorns’ impressive 80-68 victory over UConn was their first game against a ranked opponent this season, propelling them to No. 5 in the rankings. Meanwhile, South Carolina and UCLA maintained their positions at the top two spots, and Texas climbed five spots to round out the top five.

The upset-filled weekend also saw Tennessee suffering a 20-point loss to Ohio State, dropping them from the Top 25. Stanford also struggled in a game against Gonzaga, which became the Zags’ biggest win in program history, earning them the No. 23 spot this week.

The historical powerhouses UConn, Tennessee, and Stanford all experienced losses on the same day for the first time since 2004, contributing to significant shifts in the rankings. Virginia Tech slipped to No. 15 after a loss to LSU, while Florida State fell to No. 20 after a defeat by Arkansas.

On the brighter side, Marquette has seen their best start in program history, boasting an 8-0 record and moving up to No. 19 in the rankings.

Overall, Sunday’s games shook up the AP Women’s Basketball Top 25, creating excitement and anticipation for the remainder of the season.

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