Friday, November 28
Seattle, Wash.
7:00 p.m. PT
University of Washington
vs
UC San Diego
Washington Hosts UC San Diego Friday
November 27, 2025 | Women's Basketball
SEATTLE — Washington continues its homestand before the start of conference play by hosting UC San Diego for the first-ever meeting between the programs. UW has opened the season undefeated, powered by a defense that has limited opponents to just 47 points per game. UC San Diego is coming off of a Big West Tournament championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament, and enters Friday's meeting 3-3 on the season.
The game vs. UC San Diego tips off Friday, Nov. 28 at 7:00 p.m. PT in Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, Wash. The game will air on B1G+. Gary Hill Jr. will call the action on 1090 KPTR-AM.
OPENING TIPS
» Washington's impressive defensive start continued on Tuesday, locking down Southern in a 66-40 win
» Sunday's victory was the fourth time in six games the Huskies have held an opponent to 43 points or less. This is the first time UW has done so since 1975-76.
» Southern's 25.9% shooting percentage was its lowest this season
» Sophomore guard Avery Howell matched her career-high with 18 points, knocking down three 3-pointers
» Brynn McGaughy recorded 14 points and three blocks, her second-consecutive game with double-digit points
» Olivia Anderson recorded the first 3-pointer of her career late in the second half against Southern
» Washington has started the season 6-0 for the first time since 2023
» This is the first-ever meeting between Washington and UC San Diego
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
UC San Diego is 3-3 in their non-conference games to open the season.
Last three games: 11.24 vs. Occidental…11.22 vs. Air Force…11.16 at San Francisco
NCAA RANKINGS
Through games played on November 26, 2025:
» Washington ranks No. 5 (national) in scoring defense (47.0)
» No. 15 (national) in field goal percentage defense (31.2%)
» No. 16 (national) in rebound margin (14.5)
» T-No. 17 (national) in blocks per game (6.0)
MILESTONE WATCH
» Teagan Brown: Approaching 100 career field goals (90 field goals)
» Hannah Stines: Approaching 100 career steals (87 steals)
» Elle Ladine: Needs 6 3-point field goals to pass Laura Moore, Andrea Lalum, and Kristin O'Neill (136) for No. 10 all time
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)
MORE
The game vs. UC San Diego tips off Friday, Nov. 28 at 7:00 p.m. PT in Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, Wash. The game will air on B1G+. Gary Hill Jr. will call the action on 1090 KPTR-AM.
OPENING TIPS
» Washington's impressive defensive start continued on Tuesday, locking down Southern in a 66-40 win
» Sunday's victory was the fourth time in six games the Huskies have held an opponent to 43 points or less. This is the first time UW has done so since 1975-76.
» Southern's 25.9% shooting percentage was its lowest this season
» Sophomore guard Avery Howell matched her career-high with 18 points, knocking down three 3-pointers
» Brynn McGaughy recorded 14 points and three blocks, her second-consecutive game with double-digit points
» Olivia Anderson recorded the first 3-pointer of her career late in the second half against Southern
» Washington has started the season 6-0 for the first time since 2023
» This is the first-ever meeting between Washington and UC San Diego
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
UC San Diego is 3-3 in their non-conference games to open the season.
Last three games: 11.24 vs. Occidental…11.22 vs. Air Force…11.16 at San Francisco
NCAA RANKINGS
Through games played on November 26, 2025:
» Washington ranks No. 5 (national) in scoring defense (47.0)
» No. 15 (national) in field goal percentage defense (31.2%)
» No. 16 (national) in rebound margin (14.5)
» T-No. 17 (national) in blocks per game (6.0)
MILESTONE WATCH
» Teagan Brown: Approaching 100 career field goals (90 field goals)
» Hannah Stines: Approaching 100 career steals (87 steals)
» Elle Ladine: Needs 6 3-point field goals to pass Laura Moore, Andrea Lalum, and Kristin O'Neill (136) for No. 10 all time
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)
MORE
Flex Plans
Don't miss your chance to catch last season's NCAA Tournament team with Flex Plans. Starting at just $30, this package allows you to:
Don't miss your chance to catch last season's NCAA Tournament team with Flex Plans. Starting at just $30, this package allows you to:
- Choose any 3 to 10 home games that fit your schedule
- Save compared to buying single-game tickets
- Secure seats before single-game sales begin Oct. 27
We Win, You Win Package
The We Win, You Win ticket package is back for the first half of the 2025-26 season! For just $25 per package, you'll get a ticket to the first home game of the year. Each time the Huskies win at Alaska Airlines Arena, you'll automatically get a complimentary ticket to the next home game for each package purchased. You can learn more and buy packages here!
Season Tickets
Fans are encouraged to contribute to the Huskies' home court advantage by locking in their seats for the upcoming season. These offer the best value and seating, and provide the following exciting benefits:
The We Win, You Win ticket package is back for the first half of the 2025-26 season! For just $25 per package, you'll get a ticket to the first home game of the year. Each time the Huskies win at Alaska Airlines Arena, you'll automatically get a complimentary ticket to the next home game for each package purchased. You can learn more and buy packages here!
Season Tickets
Fans are encouraged to contribute to the Huskies' home court advantage by locking in their seats for the upcoming season. These offer the best value and seating, and provide the following exciting benefits:
- Guaranteed seats for every home game at the lowest per-game price
- Priority access to postseason ticket opportunities
- Special discounts on select single-game tickets
- Exclusive access to seat upgrades and add-ons
- Season-long parking priority
- A dedicated ticket representative for personalized service
- Invitations to exclusive events throughout the year
Group Tickets
Looking for a fun outing with friends, coworkers, or teammates? Group tickets are perfect for birthdays, office parties, youth teams, and more. With just 10+ people, your group unlocks:
Looking for a fun outing with friends, coworkers, or teammates? Group tickets are perfect for birthdays, office parties, youth teams, and more. With just 10+ people, your group unlocks:
- Discounted ticket pricing
- Block seating together
- Access to exclusive fan experiences
Reserve your seats today at GoHuskies.com/WBBTickets or call 206-543-2200 ext. 2.
Continue to check GoHuskies.com and follow the team's social media accounts (@UW_WBB) for the most up-to-date information on Washington women's basketball.
Continue to check GoHuskies.com and follow the team's social media accounts (@UW_WBB) for the most up-to-date information on Washington women's basketball.
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