UCLA and Texas Meet in Final Four Rematch
Read, Watch or Listen
Phoenix — UCLA and Texas met in the women's Final Four on Friday at the Mortgage Matchup Center in a rematch of their Nov. 26 Players Era Festival game in Las Vegas, which Texas won; UCLA entered the semifinal 35-1 and Texas 35-3. The winner advanced to the national championship game on Sunday; UCLA had responded to the Nov. 26 loss with a 29-game winning streak, while Texas reached the semifinal after dominant tournament performances characterized by substantial halftime leads.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Nov. 26 — Texas beat UCLA 76-65 at the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas.
- After Nov. 26 — UCLA won 29 consecutive games following that loss.
- March — Both teams advanced through NCAA tournament rounds, with Texas posting large halftime leads in multiple games.
- Early April — Both No. 1 seeds arrived in Phoenix for the Final Four semifinals.
- Friday — Final Four semifinal winner advanced to the national championship game on Sunday.
News Intelligence
- This game is a testament to resilience and determination. Whether you're a basketball fan or not, the story of UCLA's 29-game winning streak after a loss can inspire us all. It's a reminder that setbacks can fuel success. Check out the game highlights or read player interviews for a dose of motivation.
- Articles Published:
- 11
- Right Leaning:
- 1
- Left Leaning:
- 1
- Neutral:
- 9
- Distribution:
- Left 9%, Center 82%, Right 9%
UCLA and Texas — along with their athletic programs, coaches, and universities — benefit from national exposure, recruiting leverage, and potential revenue increases tied to Final Four and championship participation.
Teams eliminated in the semifinals and their seniors face the immediate loss of championship opportunity and the end of this season's title pursuit.
Coverage of Story:
From Left
It's 'all or nothing' for UCLA seniors chasing NCAA women's basketball title
Los Angeles TimesFrom Center
UCLA and Texas Meet in Final Four Rematch
KXAN.com Jefferson City News Tribune ESPN.com Sportskeeda NBC Sports Cronkite News - Arizona PBS MARCA WHAS 11 Louisville News 4 Jax
Comments