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Arizona Barely Beats UC-Riverside in Becky Burke's Debut

Fansided | November 7, 2025

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Arizona had to make a stop at the buzzer to ensure Becky Burke would win her debut as the Wildcats head coach on Thursday night.

Oct 21, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona head coach Becky Burke speaks to media during Big 12 Womenís Basketball Media Day at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Sophia Scheller-Imagn Images | Sophia Scheller-Imagn Images

Mickie Purdue led Arizona with 17 points and partially blocked a three point attempt at the buzzer as Arizona survived to beat UC-Riverside 62-59 on Thursday night. The Wildcats won the Arizona debut of new head coach Becky Burke.

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