""I just tried to approach the game the same way we did the last couple of games. Just tried to play hard, aggressive and just try to do the best for our team, so just locked in like everybody.""
""They made a really great impact when they came in the game. They were ready when they were called on, so that's really important for us. The special thing about our team is that anyone can come in and make a difference, make a big impact.""
UConn women's basketball team, the top seed in the Fort Worth 1 region, defeated No. 16 UTSA 90-52 in their NCAA Tournament opener. Sarah Strong led with 18 points, while Blanca Quinonez contributed 15 points. UConn's defense was strong, resulting in 19 steals and 35 points off turnovers. The bench also played a crucial role, contributing 36 points. UConn has now won 32 consecutive NCAA openers, with their last first-round loss occurring in 1993.
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