Azzi Fudd Gets Real About Kyrie Irving Showing Up Following UConn’s Victory Over Notre Dame
Azzi Fudd mentioned that the presence of Kyrie Irving highlights the growth of women’s sport and felt amazing to have a player like him in the crowd.
Azzi Fudd – WNBA News, Rumors & Updates, Stats
Azzi Fudd is one of the brightest young stars in women’s basketball, known for her elite shooting, high basketball IQ, and ability to perform under pressure. From her high school days as one of the top recruits in the nation to her college career at UConn, Fudd has been making headlines as a player to watch.
Azzi Fudd – Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
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| Full Name | Azzi Fudd |
| Born | November 11, 2002 (Age: 22) |
| Hometown | Arlington, Virginia |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| Position | Guard |
| College | University of Connecticut (2021–2024) |
| WNBA Draft | 2024 – 1st Round by New York Liberty |
| Current Team | New York Liberty |
| Jersey Number | #35 |
| Notable Award | 2019 Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year |
| Social Media | @azzi35 on Instagram |
Azzi Fudd’s High School Career
Fudd first gained attention at St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C. She was named the 2019 Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year, becoming the first sophomore ever to win the award. Her scoring ability and smooth shooting stroke made her stand out as a future superstar.
UConn Career
Azzi committed to the University of Connecticut in 2020, joining one of the most historic programs in women’s basketball. Despite battling injuries during her college career, she showed flashes of brilliance with her shooting and scoring ability. Fudd was part of a strong UConn backcourt alongside Paige Bueckers, and together they helped keep UConn among the top teams in the nation.
2024–25 Season (UConn, Redshirt Junior)
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Averaged 13.6 points per game, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.8 assists, while shooting 47.4% from the field and 43.6% from three. Only 34 total games with 30 starts.
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During the NCAA Tournament, her scoring jumped to 17.5 points per game. In the Final Four:
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Scored 19 against UCLA; 24 (with 5 rebounds, 3 steals) in the National Championship vs. South Carolina.
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Posted a career-high 34 points in a regular-season game against St. John’s, including eight made three-pointers.
Azzi Fudd Gives Three-Word Response To Potential WNBA Reunion With Paige Bueckers
Ahead of the sweet Sixteen game in March Madness, Azzi Fudd reacts to the possible top pick selection and reuniting with Paige Bueckers.
Azzi Fudd Shares Heartwarming Update On Paige Bueckers’ Return To UConn Practice
Paige Bueckers paid a visit to the UConn Huskies practice sessions as the side will face the North Carolina Tar Heels in the Sweet Sixteen phase. Azzi …
WNBA Draft Stock Watch: Biggest Risers From The First Weekend Of March Madness
Azzi Fudd, Olivia Miles, Lauren Betts, Flau’jae Johnson and Kiki Rice improved their WNNA Draft stocks following the performances in the March …
Diana Taurasi Calls Azzi Fudd the Best Pure Shooter She Has Ever Seen and a Lock for No. 1 Pick
Diana Taurasi labels Azzi Fudd as a pure shooter and sees her reuniting with Paige Bueckers as the top pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
Geno Auriemma Hilariously Roasts Azzi Fudd And Sarah Strong For Their Press Conference Answers
Geno Auriemma mocks Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong, repeating their answers during the post-game interview following a win over Syracuse Orange.
Azzi Fudd Shares True Emotions About Playing Her Final Home Game At UConn
Azzi Fudd received a standing ovation from home fans as the player played her final game at Gampel as a Huskies star and praised the arena in her …
Azzi Fudd Drops 26 Points In First Half After Geno Auriemma Tells Her To Trim Nails
Geno Auriemma asked Azzi Fudd to cut her nails when she complained about missing a few shots and went on to score 26 points in the first half.
Azzi Fudd Reveals What Really Became A Game-Changer This Season After Bad Pregame Shootaround
The WNBA draft night is not far away, and seniors are putting in everything they have to make a lasting impression on their programs. As for Azzi …
What Are The Top 10 WNBA 2026 Draft Picks?
Azzi Fudd, Olivia Miles and Lauren Betts will take the lottery draft positions in the 2026 WNBA draft.
Azzi Fudd Lands On Self Magazine Cover As UConn Star Prepares For March Madness & 2026 WNBA Draft
The WNBA’s top prospect, Azzi Fudd, earned a special recognition ahead of the March Madness games with a cover story in Self Magazine.
Azzi Fudd, Sarah Strong Earn USBWA First Team All-American Honors for UConn
Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong became the first teammates to feature in the USBWA First Team All-American after Oregon’s Sabrina Ionescu and Ruthy Hebard.
SLAM Magazine Names Azzi Fudd The People’s Princess in New Feature
The SLAM magazine followed Azzi Fudd’s career from her high school days and recently honors the UConn senior with another Cover story on her.
Azzi Fudd Teams Up With Food Chain CAVA In Latest Campaign Expanding Her Brand Presence
CAVA announced a partnership with Azzi Fudd for the ‘CAVA fuels me’ campaign as the player adds the food chain giant to her list of brands.
2026 WNBA Draft Prospects to Watch: Azzi Fudd, Awa Fam & More Dominating March Madness
Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts and Olivia Miles are top names from the college, while Awa Fam poses an international threat to these players for the top …
Geno Auriemma Reveals Azzi Fudd’s Mindset for Her Emotional Final NCAA Tournament Push
Geno Auriemma highlights the tough season Azzi Fudd had and mentioned that she would feel that she deserves to be at the grand stage.