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UConn freshman Stephon Castle declares for NBA draft
UConn freshman Stephon Castle has entered his name into the NBA draft, becoming the fifth Husky starter to at least explore moving on after Connecticut’s latest NCAA title run. UConn and coach Dan Hurley confirmed the move Friday on social media after it was first reported by ESPN. “No Freshman impacted WINNING like this Champion…His combination of talent, work...
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UConn's Alex Karaban to enter the 2024 NBA Draft
Another UConn men’s basketball player is entering the 2024 NBA draft. Sophomore forward Alex Karaban announced that he will be chasing his NBA dreams and entering this year’s draft. Karaban said he will maintain his college eligibility while doing so. The 6-foot-8 sophomore averaged 13.3 points and 5.1 rebounds this season. The news comes nearly two weeks after Karaban and…
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Women's coaching award to be named after UConn's Geno Auriemma
The U.S. Basketball Writers Association announced Wednesday that it will name its annual women’s national coach of the year award after UConn’s Geno Auriemma. The 70-year-old Hall-of-Fame coach just completed his 39th season at the school, guiding the Huskies to their record 23rd Final Four. He has led UConn to 11 national championships and six perfect seasons, winning the...
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UConn's Jonathan the Husky turns 1
Jonathan the Husky is now 1 and UConn held a birthday celebration for the pup. The celebration was on Friday, April 19, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Jonathan statue. View this post on Instagram A post shared by UConn (@uconn) Jonathan’s Instagram post invited people to attend. “My birthday is on Friday! And you’re all invited to come...
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UConn's Aaliyah Edwards and Nika Mühl selected in first 2 rounds of WNBA draft
UConn women’s basketball players Aaliyah Edwards and Nika Mühl have been selected in the first two rounds of the WNBA draft. UConn women’s basketball player Aaliyah Edwards was selected as the No. 6 overall WNBA draft pick. She is now heading to the Washington Mystics. Edwards, a native of Kingston, Ontario, will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in communication...
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UConn's Aaliyah Edwards and Nika Mühl to attend WNBA draft
The WNBA draft is happening on Monday night in New York and UConn women’s basketball players Aaliyah Edwards and Nika Mühl will both be there. Edwards, a native of Kingston, Ontario, will graduate with a bachelor’s degree in communication in May and she could become the 19th Canadian all-time to compete in the WNBA, UConn said. Mühl, a native...
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UConn men celebrate national championship victory during parade
The UConn men’s basketball team may come to Connecticut to play basketball, but did they ever think they’d get so much practice with parades, too? “No I did not,” redshirt sophomore Alex Karaban said. “I knew when I committed to UConn I would be a part of at least one, but not parades that are back-to-back.” Much like the...
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Last-minute preparations ahead of Saturday's championship parade
The final touches and planning steps are being made as the Huskies are set for a Hartford parade, for the second year in a row.
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What to know about parade and rally for 2024 champion UConn Huskies
The state will be celebrating the national champion UConn men’s basketball team on Saturday with a parade in downtown Hartford and a rally outside the XL Center in Hartford. Here’s what you need to know.
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Thousands of UConn fans celebrate 2024 champion Huskies at victory parade and rally
Thousands of UConn fans showed up in Hartford on Saturday to celebrate the 2024 national champion UConn Huskies.
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Businesses are excited amid preparations for UConn parade and rally
Preparations are underway for a big parade in Hartford on Saturday. Tens of thousands of people are expected to turn out to celebrate the UConn men winning the national title for the sixth time.
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Businesses are excited amid preparations for UConn parade and rally
Preparations are underway for a big parade in Hartford on Saturday. Tens of thousands of people are expected to turn out to celebrate the UConn men winning the national title for the sixth time. But it’s also going to be a boost for businesses in the area, including on Pratt Street. Staff at Capital Spirits are getting ready for...
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UConn players serve up fried chicken at Raising Cane's in Enfield
Excitement took over the Raising Cane’s in Enfield on Thursday as members of UConn’s national championship men’s basketball team served fans fried chicken. “I’m so excited. I love these guys,” said Shawn Anderson, who got up before the sun to see players Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan and Tristen Newton. “I got right up. Got my clothing ready. That was...
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UConn men's basketball stars serve fans Raising Cane's chicken
UConn fans lined up outside Raising Cane’s in Enfield today for a chance to meet the national champions.
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Members of champion UConn team greeted fans at Raising Cane's in Enfield
Some of the UConn Huskies were at Raising Cane’s in Enfield on Thursday morning to greet fans and there was a big turnout for the NCAA national basketball champions. Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan and Tristen Newton worked a celebratory “shift” this morning. They were at Raising Cane’s at 110 Elm St, in Enfield on Thursday from 10 a.m....
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Huskies national championship win helps boost interest in attending UConn
UConn is seeing a boost in interest after back-to-back basketball championship wins. University officials say they saw a record number of applications this year.
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Huskies national championship win helps boost interest in attending UConn
UConn is seeing a boost in interest after back-to-back basketball championship wins. University officials say they saw a record number of applications this year. This latest win is expected to draw in even more potential students. As Husky Nation celebrates yet another men’s basketball title… “It’s really great to see their hard work paying off even with the women’s...
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‘Husky Nation, we appreciate you guys': UConn men's basketball team returns to welcome home rally
From Bradley International Airport to Storrs hundreds turned out to show their support for the UConn men’s basketball team. It’s been a whirlwind 24 hours for the team and they had a simple message of thanks for the fans including those who showed up at Gampel Pavilion. “Husky Nation we appreciate you guys. Thank you,” said Alex Karaban. The...