UConn’s improbable bid for a third straight national title continued when Alex Karaban came through with a critical 3-pointer and a floater in the lane during a late run that helped the Huskies hold off Oklahoma 67-59 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

The UConn Huskies are headed to the Sweet 16 of the 2025 Women’s NCAA Division I tournament after a 91-57 win over the South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Monday night.