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UConn Huskies Star Drafted By Intriguing MLB Team

The UConn Huskies baseball team had a special run during the 2025 season, but came up just short of reaching the NCAA Tournament. Now, one of the top hitters on the Huskies is working to fulfill his dream of playing at the big league level.

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Former UConn Huskies Sharpshooter Gets New NBA Deal

There are plenty of former UConn Huskies players scattered throughout the NBA. One of those players is Cam Spencer, who played a key role on the 2023-24 team, which won the NCAA Championship.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 11

UConn Freshman Phenom Lands Impressive Ranking Entering 2025-26

Heading into the 2025-26 season, there's tons of hype surrounding UConn Huskies freshman phenom Braylon Mullins. So much so, many expect Mullins to be a one-and-done prospect for the Huskies and enter the 2026 NBA Draft.

Dan Hurley News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 10

Top Recruiting Names to Watch for Dan Hurley, UConn Huskies

Although the UConn Huskies aren't playing right now, the grind never stops for Dan Hurley and his coaching staff. After spending time in Switzerland to watch Eric Reibe and Jacob Furphy at FIFA U19 World Cup, Hurley and his staff are hitting the road to zero in on several Class of 2026 targets.

Dan Hurley News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 7

UConn Huskies, Dan Hurley Receive Solid Offseason Grade

The UConn Huskies came up short of a three-peat last season. However, Dan Hurley's crew should be right back in NCAA championship contention this season thanks to a combination of newcomers through the transfer portal and returning talent.

Jim Mora News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 7

Best Stretch of the 2025 Schedule for Jim Mora and the UConn Huskies to Surge

The UConn Huskies are coming off of just the third 9-win season in program history. It was a tough climb up from the second spell of the Randy Edsall era, but Jim Mora has the program pointed in the right direction.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 7

UConn Huskies Freshman Phenom Receives Head-Turning NBA Prediction

The UConn Huskies are bringing in a talented group for the upcoming season and, surprisingly, freshman Braylon Mullins sometimes flies under the radar.

Dan Hurley News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 4

UConn Huskies, Dan Hurley Finalists To Land Elite High School Recruit

The UConn Huskies are set to have a competitive and championship-caliber roster for the 2025-26 season. However, the recruiting process and preparing for the future never stop, and Dan Hurley's program is one of the finalists to secure one of the top forwards in the 2026 class.

Sue Bird News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 3

UConn Huskies Legend Being Celebrated With Historic Honor

Sue Bird had a legendary career with the UConn Huskies, winning two national championships between 1998 and 2002. However, her impact on the game of basketball and legacy didn't stop there.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 2

UConn Huskies Banking on Breakout Leadership from Rising Veteran Guard

Coming off of winning the 2025 National Championship, UConn Huskies Ashlynn Shade is one of the team's more tenured players. Heading into her junior season, Shade is expected to have a prominent role with the Huskies.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / July 1

This Newcomer Could Have Massive Impact for UConn Huskies

The UConn Huskies have been one of the most active programs in the transfer portal this offseason. With the work they've done to bring in some high-impact players, Dan Hurley's squad is receiving some strong recognition heading into next season.

Dan Hurley News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 30

Ranking Drop Sparks Buzz Around Dan Hurley’s UConn Huskies Team

As we continue to approach the 2025-26 college basketball season, the UConn Huskies and Dan Hurley must find a way to repeat their success from last season without the help of a couple key playmakers from the pervious year.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 26

UConn Huskies' Liam McNeeley Fell in NBA Draft for These Reasons

With the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft over, many UConn Huskie fans were shocked to see star guard Liam McNeeley fall to the No. 29 pick on Wednesday night.

College Basketball News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 26

UConn Transfer Reveals Why She Transferred to Huskies

In her first encounter with UConn, sophomore transfer guard Kayleigh Heckel wasn't playing for the Huskies. She was the opposition, playing a leading role in the USC Trojans defeating UConn 72-70 in Storrs.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 25

UConn Basketball Makes Liam McNeeley Announcement Before NBA Draft

In a few hours, UConn Huskies star forward Liam McNeeley will have plenty to celebrate during the 2025 NBA Draft. Although he looked like a seasoned professional

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 23

UConn Huskies Liam McNeeley Lands High Rating Ahead of 2025 NBA Draft

The 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner, which means UConn Huskie fans will finally discover the fate of star forward Liam McNeeley as he takes his next step in his basketball career.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 23

UConn Makes Huge Announcement Regarding Kayleigh Heckel

UConn Huskies sophomore transfer Kayleigh Heckel will be wearing white and blue a little bit earlier than expected. However, it won't be for the Huskies but rather for Team USA.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 22

UConn Huskies Liam McNeeley Receives Brutal Take Prior to 2025 NBA Draft

The 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner, which means UConn Huskies' star Liam McNeeley will soon join the program's extensive pipeline of the players to the next level.

Jay Bilas News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 19

Jay Bilas Reveals Intriguing Thoughts on UConn Star Liam McNeeley

Former UConn Huskies star forward Liam McNeeley has been garnering lots of praise in the days leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft. The latest has come from long-time ESPN college basketball broadcaster and analyst Jay Bilas, who shared his admration for McNeeley's game recently to the Hartford Courant.

Connecticut Huskies News / UConn Huskies on SI / June 18

UConn Huskies Star Receives Shocking New NBA Draft Prediction

Liam McNeeley was undeniably impressive during his sole season with the UConn Huskies. He wouldn't have won Big East Freshman Player of the Year if he hadn't.

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker / June 15

Geno Auriemma's Caitlin Clark take looks like an all-time freezing cold take

Geno Auriemma is one of the most well-known people in women's basketball, but that doesn't make his freezing-cold take about Caitlin Clark from 2024 any better.

Caitlin Clark effect leads Fever to defining win over Liberty

Napheesa Collier builds MVP resume with incredible first half vs. Sparks

The 'Most points in a WNBA season' quiz

Dan Hurley News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4

Dan Hurley had five-word response to Knicks rumors

UConn head coach Dan Hurley seriously considered taking the Los Angeles Lakers job last summer.

Knicks owed it to themselves to try different approach at HC

Infamous former NBA All-Star pitches himself for Knicks HC vacancy

Mikal Bridges' contract situation may have inspired Tom Thibodeau firing

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'NBA head coaching wins leaders' quiz

College Baseball News / Yardbarker / May 26

Virginia, UConn lead NCAA Baseball Tournament snub list

The field of 64 in the NCAA DI Baseball Tournament is written in stone. As with all bracket reveals, the announcement didn't come without its controversy — and snubs.

College baseball player’s mother ejected during taunting incident

The 'No. 1 overall WNBA Draft picks' quiz

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker / April 30