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  • BUFFALO, NEW YORK - MARCH 17: Head coach Dan Hurley of the Connecticut Huskies looks on against the New Mexico State Aggies during the first half in the first round game of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at KeyBank Center on March 17, 2022 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joshua Bessex/Getty Images)
    UConn
    UConn men land commitment from Class of 2023 guard
    Solomon Ball of Brewster Academy is UConn’s third Class of 2023 commitment, following guard Stephon Castle and wing Jayden Ross.
    By David Borges
  • Connecticut forward Amari Deberry (42) defends against UCLA guard Charisma Osborne (20) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Newark, N.J., Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. Connecticut won 71-61. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
    UConn
    Why UConn sophomore Amari DeBerry is ‘more confident’ this season
  • NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 07: guard Evina Westbrook #2 of the Minnesota Lynx dribbles during the first half against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center on June 07, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
    UConn
    Evina Westbrook’s transition to her third WNBA team in first...
  • BLACKSBURG, VA - NOVEMBER 15: Virginia Tech Hokies guard Nahiem Alleyne (4) shoots a free throw during a game between the Radford University Highlanders and the Virginia Tech Hokies at Cassell Coliseum on November 15, 2021 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Brian Bishop/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
    UConn
    UConn’s Alleyne is more than just a shooter
  • Photos from No. 2 UConn's 91-87 double overtime win against No. 1 NC State in the NCAA women's basketball tournament Elite Eight matchup at Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, Conn. Monday, March 28, 2022.
    UConn
    Best of UConn women’s nonconference schedule: 5 games to watch
  • Connecticut head coach Jim Calhoun and MVP Richard Hamilton celebrate their 77-74 victory over Duke in the championship game of the NCAA Final Four, Monday, March 29, 1999, at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla. (AP Photo/Ed Reinke) HOUCHRON CAPTION (03/31/1999): UConn coach Jim Calhoun
    UConn
    UConn men’s basketball duo entering college Hall of Fame
  • Destanni Henderson of the South Carolina Gamecocks defends against Paige Bueckers of the UConn Huskies in the third quarter during the 2022 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament National Championship game at Target Center on April 03, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
    UConn
    UConn women announce nonconference schedule for 2022-23 season
  • UConn
    UConn’s Paige Bueckers designs personalized Gatorade water bottle
    UConn women's basketball star Paige Bueckers has partnered with Gatorade and designed three water bottles as part of the brand's Fuel Tomorrow Gx Collection. Bueckers became the first college athlete to sign with Gatorade in November. Paige Bueckers became the first college athlete to sign with Gatorade last fall. Now she’s designing a personalized water bottle for the company. By Maggie Vanoni
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    Former UConn star Tina Charles signs with WNBA’s Seattle Storm
    PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JUNE 10: Tina Charles #31 of the Phoenix Mercury handles the ball against Kristy Wallace #3 of the Atlanta Dream during the second half of the WNBA game at Footprint Center on June 10, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Mercury defeated the Dream 90-88. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Three days after her contract divorce from the Phoenix Mercury, former Husky Tina Charles has found a new home in the WNBA. By Maggie Vanoni
  • UConn
    Aubrien Jimenez, who had great impact on UConn, dies at 15
    Aubrien Jimenez, who passed away last week after a 13-month battle with cancer, made a lasting impression on the UConn men's basketball team during a special visit in March. Aubrien Jimenez, whose visit with UConn men’s basketball team in March was greatly impactful, has died. Her memory will forever live on with the team. By David Borges
  • UConn
    UConn to expand NIL opportunities for athletes
    Harry A. Gampel Pavilion is located on Jim Calhoun Way, named after the former UConn men's basketball coach, on the UConn main campus in Storrs, Conn. Wednesday, June 9, 2021. UConn is working with social media influencer and 1991 graduate Marc D’Amelio to assist athletes in “personal branding” space amid the NIL world. By Paul Doyle
  • UConn
    Former UConn guard Evina Westbrook signs with Washington Mystics
    Evina Westbrook of the UConn Huskies reacts in the third quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the 2022 NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament National Championship game at Target Center on April 03, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.? Former UConn guard Evina Westbrook finds herself on her third team in her first WNBA season after signing with the Washington Mystics. By Maggie Vanoni
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  • Sue Bird, Breanna Stewart named WNBA All-Star co-captains
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  • UConn’s Paige Bueckers has summer goal: ‘Want to get stronger’
  • UConn women gather for Geno Auriemma’s charity golf tournament
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    UConn men’s basketball lands commitment from Class of 2023 wing
    UConn coach Dan Hurley reacts during Saturday’s game against Seton Hall. UConn men’s basketball team gets a commitment from Jayden Ross, a 6-foot-7 wing from Virginia. By David Borges
  • UConn
    Azzi Fudd’s goal is to be healthy for sophomore season with UConn
    Azzi Fudd of the Connecticut Huskies tries to dribble to the basket against Zia Cooke of the South Carolina Gamecocks during the championship game of the NCAA Womens Basketball Tournament at Target Center on April 3, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. UConn women’s basketball player Azzi Fudd had an up-and-down, injury-plagued freshman season. She is working toward being healthy for Geno Auriemma’s team as a sophomore in 2022-23. By Mike Anthony
  • UConn
    UConn’s Tyrese Martin proud to be NBA draft pick
    Tyrese Martin would be a happy man if he gets picked in the second round of the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday night (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) UConn men’s basketball’s Tyrese Martin proud of work put in to be NBA draft pick, knows there’s more to be done: ‘It doesn’t stop here.’ By David Borges
  • UConn
    UConn women’s basketball program gets Class of 2023 commitment
    MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MARCH 31: Head coach Geno Auriemma of the UConn Huskies talks to players before a practice session at Target Center on March 31, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The UConn Huskies will play the Stanford Cardinal on April 1, 2022. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) The commitment of Qadence Samuels is UConn’s third in the Class of 2023, following top 10 prospects Ashlynn Shade and KK Arnold. By Paul Doyle
  • UConn
    Former UConn star Tina Charles, WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury part ways
    Dallas Wings' Kayla Thornton (6) defends as Phoenix Mercury's Tina Charles (31) works for a shot opportunity in a WNBA basketball game, Saturday, June 18, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) Former UConn great Tina Charles was in her first season with the WNBA Phoenix Mercury, but she’s now a free agent. By Maggie Vanoni
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  • UConn
    Minnesota Lynx waive former UConn guard Evina Westbrook
    NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 07: guard Evina Westbrook #2 of the Minnesota Lynx dribbles as Crystal Dangerfield #3 of the New York Liberty defends during the first half at Barclays Center on June 07, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) Former UConn guard Evina Westbrook signed with the Minnesota Lynx on May 13 after originally being drafted by Seattle. By Maggie Vanoni
  • UConn
    Big East still strong, despite just one NBA draft pick
    Connecticut's Tyrese Martin (4) protects the ball from Seton Hall's Jared Rhoden during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at the Big East conference tournament Thursday, March 10, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II) Although UConn men’s basketball win Tyrese Martin was the league’s only 2022 NBA draft pick, the Big East remains a strong, formidable conference. By David Borges
  • UConn
    UConn guard Nika Muhl working to refine offensive game
    Connecticut's Nika Mühl (10) plays against Creighton during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, in Omaha, Neb. Connecticut defeated Creighton 76-56. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz) UConn junior Nika Muhl, the Big East defensive player of the year in 2021-22, is focused on developing different aspects of her offensive game. By Mike Anthony
  • UConn
    UConn’s Tyrese Martin selected in NBA Draft
    INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 20: Tyrese Martin #4 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrates a shot during a college basketball game against the Butler Bulldogs at Hinkle Arena on January 20, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) Golden State selected UConn men’s basketball grad Tyrese Martin with the 51st overall pick in the NBA Draft Thursday, then traded him to Atlanta. By David Borges
  • UConn
    What UConn’s Aubrey Griffin learned while she was sidelined
    UConn's Aubrey Griffin at Geno Auriemma's charity golf tournament on Tuesday, July 21, 2022 at the Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford. Aubrey Griffin was a solid bench player for UConn as a freshman and sophomore, but she missed all of last season with a back injury that required surgery. By Paul Doyle
  • UConn
    Dan Orlovsky, Jim Mora bond over UConn football at Travelers
    UConn football coach Jim Mora, former UConn field hockey coach Nancy Stevens, PGA Tour player Aaron Wise and UConn men's hockey coach Mike Cavanaugh formed one group Wednesday in the Travelers Championship Celebrity Pro-Am. Former UConn quarterback Dan Orlovsky and new UConn football coach Jim Mora were part of the Travelers Championship Celebrity Pro-Am Wednesday at TPC River Highlands. By Mike Anthony
  • UConn
    Sue Bird, Breanna Stewart named WNBA All-Star co-captains
    Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird (10) and Breanna Stewart (right) were named co-captains for the 2022 WNBA All-Star game. Sue Bird and Breanna Stewart were the only former UConn women’s basketball players to be named to the 2022 WNBA All-Star starters list. By Maggie Vanoni
  • UConn
    Will UConn’s Tyrese Martin hear his name called at NBA Draft?
    Tyrese Martin would be a happy man if he gets picked in the second round of the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday night (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) UConn men’s basketball’s Tyrese Martin could be a second-round pick in Thursday’s NBA Draft. Dan Hurley said, ‘I hope I can say I told you so.’ By David Borges
  • UConn
    UConn’s Paige Bueckers has summer goal: ‘Want to get stronger’
    UConn's Paige Bueckers at Geno Auriemma's charity golf tournament on Tuesday, July 21 in West Hartford. UConn junior guard Paige Bueckers’ life sometimes looks like a famous fastbreak, really. But her summer plans, on the whole, are pretty basic: Stick around Storrs, eat a lot of food, and lift weights frequently. By Mike Anthony
  • UConn
    UConn women gather for Geno Auriemma’s charity golf tournament
    UConn’s Nika Muhl and Paige Bueckers at the Hartford Golf Club Tuesday for Geno Auriemma’s charity tournament. Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and the UConn basketball team was at the Hartford Golf Club to support Geno Auriemma’s fundraiser for Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. By Paul Doyle
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