UConn women’s basketball unveiled the jersey numbers for its incoming players for the 2025-26 season, The announcement, shared via the team’s official X account, highlighted five newcomers: Serah Williams (42), Gandy Malou-Mamel (32), Kayleigh Heckel (9), Kelis Fisher (7), and Blanca Quiñonez (24).
This marks a significant moment for the program as it builds on its storied legacy, fresh off a national championship victory in the 2024-25 season.
The Huskies have long been a powerhouse in the sport. With 11 national championships, the most recent in 2025, and a track record of producing WNBA stars like Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi, and Breanna Stewart, UConn has set the gold standard for excellence.
The jersey number announcement is a symbolic step for new players joining a program with unparalleled expectations.
UConn Basketball: Meet the Newcomers and Their 2025–26 Jersey Numbers
The jersey numbers assigned to UConn’s newest players are as follows: Williams with No. 42, Malou-Mamel with No. 32, Heckel with No. 9, Fisher with No. 7, and Quiñonez with No. 24.
These numbers adhere to NCAA regulations, which, since a 2023 update, allow players to wear any number between zero and 99, a change from previous rules that limited digits from zero to five for referee signaling clarity.
Numbers for the newest Huskies! pic.twitter.com/Djb7MQqJ2i
— UConn Women’s Basketball (@UConnWBB) June 3, 2025
Williams, a 6’4” forward, transferred to UConn after a standout stint at Wisconsin. She averaged 19.2 points and 9.8 rebounds per game in the 2024-25 season, according to UConn statistics. Her size and versatility make her a likely candidate to fill the void left by graduating seniors, particularly in the frontcourt.
Malou-Mamel, a 6’6” freshman center from South Sudan, is one of the most intriguing additions. Ranked as the No. 5 overall recruit in the 2025 class by ESPN, Malou-Mamel brings shot-blocking and rebounding skills.
Having international experience with South Sudan’s U18 team, where she recorded a double-double average of 16.6 points and 9.6 rebounds, per UConn, suggests she’ll be a force in the paint.
Heckel, a 5’9” guard, also joins as a transfer after a freshman year at USC, where she averaged 6.1 points and 1.9 assists per game, ranking her among the top distributors in the Pac-12, per records. Her playmaking ability could complement UConn’s fast-paced style.
Fisher, a 5’8” freshman guard and the No. 25 recruit in her class, is known for her scoring prowess, having dropped 23 points and five assists in her high school state championship game, as reported by a source.
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Lastly, Quiñonez, a 6’1” forward from Spain, rounds out the group. A lesser-known recruit, she played for Spain’s U19 team at the 2024 FIBA World Cup, averaging 10.5 points and 4.5 rebounds, per UConn. Her international experience and versatility could make her a sleeper in this talented class.
With skills and depth, the Huskies are well-positioned to chase a 13th national title, a feat that would further cement their dynasty in women’s basketball history. As the season approaches, all eyes will be on these newcomers to see if they can uphold the standard of excellence that defines UConn basketball.
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