Azzi Fudd is a prominent American college basketball player for the UConn Huskies.
Born on November 11, 2002, she is from Arlington, Virginia, and attended St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C., where she was ranked as the number one recruit in her class by ESPN.
Fudd has won numerous awards, including the Gatorade National Girls Basketball Player of the Year award in 2019.
She has also represented the U.S. internationally, winning gold medals in several competitions.
Recently, she scored 21 points in a win against Georgetown, showcasing her skills despite the absence of teammate Paige Bueckers.
Parents
Azzi’s parents are Katie and Tim Fudd. Katie, an American, had a notable basketball career at Georgetown and NC State, earning ACC Rookie of the Year in 1997 and being drafted by the Sacramento Monarchs in 2001.
Tim, of African descent, played college basketball at American University and later became a coach.
Both parents met while coaching at the Potomac School and married on a basketball court.
They are highly supportive of Azzi, attending every UConn game. Azzi also has two adopted brothers, Jose and Jon.
Career
Fudd is a prominent American college basketball player for the UConn Huskies, known for her scoring ability and leadership.
He attended St. John’s College High School in Washington, D.C., where she quickly became a standout player.
During her high school career, she was named the Gatorade National Player of the Year in 2020 and was recognized as a McDonald’s All-American.
In her senior year, she averaged over 20 points per game and led her team to multiple championships, solidifying her status as one of the top recruits in the country.
Fudd committed to the University of Connecticut (UConn), one of the premier programs in women’s college basketball.
In her freshman season (2021-2022), she averaged 12.1 points per game while shooting an impressive 44% from three-point range.
Her ability to score from long distances made her a key player for the Huskies.
Fudd has received numerous accolades throughout her basketball career, highlighting her exceptional talent and contributions to the sport.
In high school, she was a two-time Gatorade Player of the Year for Washington, D.C., and the 2019 Gatorade National Player of the Year, becoming the first sophomore to win this prestigious award.
Fudd was also a McDonald’s All-American and a finalist for the Naismith Trophy in 2021.
On the international stage, she won gold medals with USA Basketball at the 2021 FIBA U19 World Cup, the 2018 FIBA U17 World Cup, and the 2017 FIBA Americas U16 Championship.
At UConn, she has continued to excel, leading her team in scoring and three-point shooting percentage during her freshman year and contributing significantly when healthy.
Her achievements have positioned her as a top prospect for the WNBA draft.
