People at UConn’s campus celebrated the Huskies' win over Arkansas, packing bars in the area.
A roaring scene at Ted’s Bar in Storrs with UConn students showing off their Husky pride.
“Electric, electric. It’s on another level right now,” Emily Wang, a UConn junior, said.
All eyes glued to the TV as they cheered after every Husky basket.
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“It’s awesome! I’m a senior so it’s really lit!” Rachel Hage, a UConn senior, said.
Students packed the bar making sure their support could be felt all the way to Las Vegas.
“I think everyone here showing up on a Thursday night for these guys in Vegas, we’re just really pulling it out,” Aydan Sullivan, a UConn junior, said.
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Any anxiety about the team’s performance was erased with the Huskies racing to a big lead early. After last year’s disappointment, students say there’s a noticeable difference about this year.
“We’re doing better. We’re learning how to perform under pressure. It’s good,” Wang said.
For them, there’s no question the team has a shot to go all the way.
“My bracket’s name is King Kong and I have them win it all,” Hage said.
UConn will play in the Elite Eight on Saturday.
