For Azzi Fudd, summer training isn’t just about maintaining her shooting touch. It’s about proving she’s ready to lead UConn to another championship.
Her latest Instagram story perfectly captures that championship mindset, showing the Huskies guard draining four consecutive three-pointers with the same effortless precision that made Stephen Curry a household name.
How Did Azzi Fudd Channel Her Inner Steph Curry at UConn Practice?
The training footage speaks for itself. In her recent Instagram story, UConn women’s basketball star Azzi Fudd showcased her smooth shooting drills during summer preparation.
The video, captioned “pre-camp work,” features the UConn guard making four consecutive three-pointers with remarkable consistency. Each shot found nothing but the net, and her shooting mechanics remained flawless throughout the sequence.
azzi fudd hoops never get old pic.twitter.com/a7mcMQRi36
— camryn (@tpwkcamryn) July 26, 2025
Beyond the shooting display, Fudd followed up with another Instagram story showing team bonding moments. This second video, captioned “locker room chats,” revealed players approaching her for autographs on basketballs, jerseys, and even iPads, highlighting her status as a fan favorite.
Azzi Fudd Instagram story (credits: azzi35/ Instagram)
What Made Fudd’s 2024-25 Season So Special?
Her shooting ability represents just one part of a dominant season. Fudd averaged 13.6 points per game during the 2024-25 campaign, shooting 43.6% from three-point range, leading the Big East. That performance earned her a spot on the All-Big East First Team.
Her breakout moment came against St. John’s, where Fudd exploded for a career-high 34 points while making eight three-pointers. The performance showcased the same accuracy she displayed at Stephen Curry’s camps during high school, proving why she was the top recruit in her class.
Azzi Fudd is the BIG EAST Player of the Week!
vs St. John’s: 34 points, 13-22 FG, 8-14 3FG, 2 steals
at #4 South Carolina: 28 points, 11-22 FG, 6-10 3FG, 5 rebounds pic.twitter.com/sQT8VOplWu
— UConn Women’s Basketball (@UConnWBB) February 17, 2025
Fudd’s connection to Curry runs deeper than just similar shooting styles. She claimed victory in three-point contests at his SC30 Select Camp not once, but twice. She even won after recovering from knee surgery, cementing her reputation as one of the country’s premier shooters.
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The defending national champions will open the 2025-26 season on November 4 against Louisville in the Peraton Armed Forces Classic in Germany. Fudd announced her return for her final college season with sights set on another championship run. UConn will lean heavily on her leadership and elite shooting ability as it chases back-to-back titles.
With her recent training videos generating excitement among fans, Fudd appears ready to build on her Outstanding Player award and guide the Huskies toward another championship banner.