Washington Set To Host Vermont Sunday
November 22, 2025 | Women's Basketball
SEATTLE — Washington's five-game homestand continues with the Huskies hosting Vermont for the first-ever meeting between the two programs. Last season, the Catamounts finished as the America East Tournament champions to clinch a berth in the NCAA Tournament. This year, they've begun the season 4-1, while Washington enters the contest undefeated and on the heels of a strong defensive performance in a 61-43 win against Fresno State.
The game vs. Vermont tips off Sunday, Nov. 23 at 2:00 p.m. PT in Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, Wash. The game will air on B1G+ with Elise Woodward and Charli Turner Thorne on the call. Gary Hill Jr. will call the action on 190 KPTR-AM.
OPENING TIPS
» Washington used a strong defensive performance to take down Fresno State, 61-43
» Wednesday's victory was the second time this season the Huskies have held an opponent to 43 points or less
» UW is looking to start the season 5-0 for the third time under head coach Tina Langley
» Washington forced 28 turnovers against Fresno State, marking the first time it had forced over 25 turnovers since facing San Diego on Nov. 12, 2021
» The Huskies have recorded at least 13 steals in each of its last two games
» Sellers recorded 14 points in Wednesday's contest, marking the ninth straight game she finished with double-digit points
» Sunday's contest will be a first of its kind Sensory Friendly Game, hosted in partnership with the UW Autism Center. Sensory tables, sensory bags, and a Quiet Room will be provided throughout the game.
LAST SEASON
The Huskies ended a seven-year drought and clinched an NCAA Tournament berth after an impressive Big Ten debut. Washington led the conference in field goal percentage (49.5%), 3-point percentage (40.1%), and free throw percentage (83.6%) during conference play last season. Elle Ladine was named All-Big Ten Second Team, while Sayvia Sellers and Dalayah Daniels were named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention.
SCOUTING REPORT
Vermont is 4-1 in their non-conference games to open the season.
Last three games: 11.12 vs. Buffalo … 11.15 at Lehigh … 11.19 at High Point
Last season, the Catamounts finished as the America East Tournament champions before exiting in the first round of the NCAA Tournament with a 75-55 loss to NC State.
NCAA RANKINGS
Through games November 21, 2025:
» Washington ranks T-No. 17 (national) in rebound margin (14.2)
» T-No. 23 (national) in scoring defense (50.8)
» T-No. 24 (national) in blocks per game (5.8)
» Sayvia Sellers - T-No. 21 in points per game (21.0)
» Olivia Anderson - T-No. 23 in blocks per game (2.33)
MILESTONE WATCH
On Watch:
» Hannah Stines: Approaching 400 rebounds (399 rebounds)
» Avery Howell: Approaching 100 career field goals (97 field goals)
CONFERENCE RECOGNITION
2025-26 Preseason Honors:
» Elle Ladine: Selected to the Preseason All-Big Ten Team, as voted on by the media.
» Sayvia Sellers: Selected to the Preseason All-Big Ten Team, as voted on by the coaches.
NATIONAL RECOGNITION
» Sayvia Sellers: Selected to the USBWA 2025-26 Ann Meyers Drysdale Award preseason watch list
» Brynn McGaughy: Selected to the USBWA 2025-26 Tamika Catchings Award preseason watch list
WEEKLY RECOGNITION
» Sayvia Sellers: Named a Big Ten and USBWA Player of the Week for her 30-point performance against Utah (11/17/25)
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