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UConn men’s hockey hires Sean Walsh as new assistant coach
On Wednesday, UConn men’s hockey announced Sean Walsh as the program’s new assistant coach. He replaces Nick Peruzzi, who left for Wisconsin earlier in the offseason. “We’re excited to welcome Sean to UConn,” head coach Mike Cavanaugh said in a release. “Sean has built an outstanding reputation as a recruiter and has grown up around the […]
How UConn football has reestablished chemistry and leadership in the locker room
After achieving back-to-back nine-win seasons and participating in the Fenway Bowl twice, the UConn football team turned upside down. Head coach Jim Mora left for Colorado State, offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis joined TCU, defensive coordinator Matt Brock returned to Mississippi State and 32 Huskies entered the transfer portal. However, under new head coach Jason Candle, […]
Azzi Fudd wins WNBA 3-point contest
For all the success of the UConn women’s basketball program, none of its alumni had ever won the WNBA 3-point contest — until Friday. Azzi Fudd followed up a 24-point performance in the opening round with a monster 30-point showing in the final to claim the 2026 crown. Not only is she the first Husky […]
Tom Moore announces retirement after 21 years with UConn
After a near-four decade career including 21 years working at UConn, Tom Moore has announced his retirement. Most recently serving as the general manager for the men’s basketball program, Moore was an assistant coach for four national championship teams (1999, 2004, 2023 & 2024) under legendary coaches Jim Calhoun and Dan Hurley. “It has been […]
Alex Karaban reflects on Summer League success and his fit with Sacramento
Alex Karaban sat down with NBC Sports California’s Deuce Mason following being drafted 29th overall to Sacramento in this year’s draft. He revealed that the number-one ingredient in winning that most people overlook is accountability. “If we’re hard on each other and we’re holding each other accountable, it’s going to make us closer… I think […]
Two Huskies named to Shrine Bowl Watchlist
With 45 days remaining until the 2026 college football season kicks off, the East-West Shrine Bowl released its 2027 Preseason Watchlist, which featured two UConn players. Connecticut is no stranger to the East-West Shrine Bowl, as players like Skyler Bell and Joe Fagnano have participated in the game in previous seasons. With a roster of […]
Azzi Fudd to participate in WNBA 3-point contest
Despite being an All-Star snub, Azzi Fudd will still head to Chicago this weekend to participate in the WNBA’s 3-point contest. She’ll be joined by the Portland Fire’s Bridget Carleton, the Seattle Storm’s Natisha Hiedeman, the Atlanta Dream’s Rhyne Howard, the Toronto Tempo’s Marina Mabrey and the Golden State Valkyries’ Janelle Salaun. As a rookie […]
WNBA photo gallery: Portland Fire @ Connecticut Sun – 7/14/26
Former UConn women’s basketball star Aaliyah Edwards had 21 points off the bench to help the Connecticut Sun to a 90-87 win over the Portland Fire at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Tuesday in the team’s annual camp game. Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 16 points and six rebounds. The Fire’s lone Husky, Serah Williams, […]
UConn lefty Charlie West picked in seventh round of MLB Draft by Los Angeles Dodgers
A UConn Husky heard his name called on the second day of the 2026 MLB Draft. Left-handed pitcher Charlie West was selected in the seventh round with the No. 223 overall pick by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The South Setauket, New York, native pitched the past three seasons in Storrs. West had a great spring […]
Tarris Reed’s path to sticking with the Spurs
How glorious it is to see Tarris Reed Jr. end up a San Antonio Spur. The Bear snuck into the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, after quietly rising up draft boards in recent weeks thanks to his intriguing measurements and workouts. He’s teaming up with another former Husky in Steph Castle on one […]
Former Huskies making waves in 2026 NBA Summer League
The 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas opened with a bang for multiple former Huskies. Liam McNeeley put on a show for Charlotte in their win over Orlando, putting up 28 points on 7-for-8 from downtown. “I mean, a little nerves early on and they’re a team (Orlando) that’s got a little bit older […]
WNBA photo gallery: Golden State Valkyries @ Connecticut Sun – 7/10/26
Veronica Burton had 14 points to lead the Golden State Valkyries to a 79-64 win over the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Friday night. Former UConn women’s basketball star Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 12 points and eight rebounds while Aaliyah Edwards had 11 points in the loss. Of the four Huskies […]
WNBA photo gallery: Minnesota Lynx @ Connecticut Sun – 7/8/26
Kayla McBride had 23 points to lead the Minnesota Lynx to an 86-80 win over the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, CT on Wednesday night. Former UConn women’s basketball star Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 14 points, five rebounds and a blocked shot while Aaliyah Edwards had just two points in the loss. Dorka […]
Russian forward Egor Amosov commits to UConn
Dan Hurley and his staff have finally rounded out the roster for the 2026-27 season, picking up their 15th player in Russian forward Egor Amosov. The 18-year old is a 6-foot-7 wing who last played with Real Madrid’s U22 team in the Spanish Liga U, where he won the Liga U Player of the Year […]
WNBA photo gallery: Dallas Wings @ Connecticut Sun – 7/2/26
Former UConn women’s basketball star Paige Bueckers led a fourth quarter comeback to help her Dallas Wings to an 86-83 win over the Connecticut Sun at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, CT on Thursday night. Bueckers ended up with 25 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Her teammate, Azzi Fudd, had four points, four rebounds and […]
Three former UConn players named WNBA All-Star starters
Three former UConn players are among the WNBA’s 10 All-Star starters, which were selected by fans, media and current WNBA players, the league announced on Thursday. Paige Bueckers led the fan vote with 1,045,051 tallies while Breanna Stewart and Gabby Williams each made the cut as well. This is the eighth All-Star appearance for Stewart […]
Tarris Reed Jr. and Alex Karaban to begin NBA Summer League play in California
July has arrived, which means the NBA Summer League is right around the corner. Former Huskies Alex Karaban and Tarris Reed Jr.’s will both start early in the California Classic, taking place from July 3-6. The main NBA Summer League will be in Las Vegas from July 9-19. Karaban’s Sacramento Kings and Reed’s Spurs are […]
UConn football lands three more 2027 commits
Heading into the weekend, the UConn football team added three 2027 commits to the roster, bringing the class to 23 players. Currently, the Huskies are ranked No. 66 in the 2027 team recruiting rankings. Wilder Brasher, Offensive line After receiving an offer from UConn on Monday, Brasher announced his verbal commitment to the Huskies on […]
WNBA photo gallery: Washington Mystics @ Connecticut Sun – 6/26/26
Former UConn women’s basketball star Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 12 points and nine rebounds to lead the Connecticut Sun to a 68-57 win over the Washington Mystics at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday night Aaliyah Edwards had six points and five rebounds for the Sun in their second straight win. Click on picture to enlarge gallery […]
How will Alex Karaban fit in with the Sacramento Kings?
Alex Karaban was selected No. 29 overall in the first round of Tuesday’s NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. The 6-foot 8-inch forward brings not just a wide variety of skills to the table, but a leading attitude on and off the floor. An elite catch-and-shoot player from the perimeter isn’t the only thing that […]
Alex Karaban drafted by Sacramento Kings with No. 29 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
With the No. 29 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers selected UConn’s Alex Karaban — then traded him to the Sacramento Kings. He is the 27th first round draft pick in Husky program history and 59th drafted overall. Karaban initially looked to be going to Cleveland, but the pick was dealt to […]
Tarris Reed Jr. drafted by San Antonio Spurs with No. 26 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
UConn’s very own Tarris Reed Jr. was drafted 26th overall by the San Antonio Spurs following a trade with the Denver Nuggets. Reed was named a First Team All-Big East selection this season with the Huskies after averaging 14 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. Reed will join the Western Conference Champions, who have […]
UConn men’s hoops to face Syracuse in exhibition at Mohegan Sun
UConn men’s basketball has announced a third preseason contest this year, against Syracuse. They’re already set to take on Michigan State and Purdue in exhibitions before a non-conference slate that features Duke, Michigan, and Arizona, among others. On Tuesday, Jon Rothstein reported that the Huskies will play the Orange on October 13 at Mohegan Sun […]
UConn football lands three 2027 commits
Over the weekend, the UConn Huskies added three new 2027 recruits to the roster, bringing the class total to 21 players. De’Shawn Wylie, Safety Wylie announced his commitment flip from Tulane to UConn on Instagram on Sunday. The Georgia native announced his verbal commitment to the Green Wave on March 18, 2026, and took an […]
WNBA photo gallery: Chicago Sky @ Connecticut Sun – 6/22/26
Former UConn women’s basketball star Olivia Nelson-Ododa had 11 points and 15 rebounds to help the Connecticut Sun end a seven game losing streak in a 92-63 win over the Chicago Sky at Mohegan Sun Arena on Monday night. Aaliyah Edwards also had 11 points for the Sun. Former Husky Azura Stevens had 11 points […]
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