These 5 UConn Careers Could Be Remembered Completely Differently After 2026-27

Five UConn players enter 2026-27 with more than just another season on the line. Their entire careers could be remembered differently depending on what happens next. Ashlynn Shade started almost every game but watched her scoring and three-point shooting drop. KK Arnold remains a starter and connector—can she become the clear floor leader in her final year? Jana El Alfy’s elite efficiency hasn’t translated into consistent minutes. Allie Ziebell is one of the team’s best shooters yet still limited to specialist role. Kelis Fisher has the experience and another year in the system—will she finally crack Geno’s regular rotation? We rank the five Huskies with the biggest gap between what they’ve already done and what fans still expect. Legacy stakes. Opportunity. Competition for minutes. Previous expectations. Who has the most to prove? Which player’s story could change the most by the end of the year?