Cards aim to reload this season

Seven months ago, Louisville played in its first NCAA title game. But now, after graduating two key players, are the Cardinals simply reloading -- or having to rebuild?

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Will roster be Dream or nightmare?

In selecting Angel McCoughtry with the No. 1 pick Thursday, the Dream added yet another talented player. But has Atlanta left too much to chance with its mix of personalities?

Huskies tops everywhere, including poll

The Connecticut Huskies, 39-0 and the 2009 NCAA national champions, received all 31 first-place votes to finish No. 1 in the final ESPN/USA Today top 25 women's college basketball poll.

No. 1 overall pick still a mystery

The college season has come to an end. And for seniors, it means shifting attention toward Thursday's WNBA draft and who might go first overall.

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Charles leads UConn to NCAA title

Tina Charles has been overshadowed by Renee Montgomery and Maya Moore and borne the brunt of her coach's criticism throughout the season. But on Tuesday, the junior center ensured Connecticut would cap its perfect season and sixth national championship.

Moore shines even in the shadows

Maya Moore's greatest achievement in UConn's perfect season was neither her offense nor her defense. It was her deference in letting it be senior point guard Renee Montgomery's team.

Another title? Holy Husky Trinity!

Tuesday's win gives UConn three of the five unbeaten Division I women's teams in history. But which is the best perfect squad ever?

Louisville-Connecticut instant analysis

Charlie Creme breaks down Tuesday's title game between Louisville and Connecticut.

Behind the eyes of Renee Montgomery

The eyes of Renee Montgomery speak volumes for the UConn point guard when she hasn't even said a thing. And after four seasons of leadership and growth, Montgomery's eyes tell the story of a champion.

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Cardinals quickly climb into spotlight

Win or lose Tuesday, the season has been a success for Louisville and coach Jeff Walz, who led the Cardinals to the NCAA title game in just his second season.

UConn one win shy of a perfect season

As soon as UConn returned from its loss in Tampa at least year's Final Four, the Huskies met and began building toward Tuesday, when one victory will wrap up the fifth perfect season in Division I women's history.