Fans in Dallas Rejoice Over UConn Final Four Win

The rain in Dallas on Sunday didn't dampen the spirits of UConn fans who were still euphoric after Saturday night's win by the Huskies over Florida.

Many UConn faithful headed to Bracket Town on Sunday, the fan experience exhibition in the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. While they enjoyed the interactive exhibits and merchandise shopping, all talk was about the Huskies' big win.

"It was amazing, surreal," said Claude Delphin, a UConn student.

Though some said they thought it would be a long night after UConn went down early against the Gators.

"It was rough at first. We were upset," said Patrick McCourty, a UConn student who sat in the student section along the baseline.

Ron Freeman of Rocky Hill made the trip to Dallas and was thrilled to be in AT&T Stadium for UConn's 10-point victory.

"We were down at first, but we started feeling better at halftime," Freeman said.

"The 11-0 run was a game changer, said Kelly McCourty, a UConn student.

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