Dan Hurley
UConn coach says refusal to violate protocols led to ouster

By Pat Eaton-Robb Jun. 17, 2021 05:33 PM EDT
A former strength coach for UConn's men's basketball team has sued the school, claiming his contract wasn't renewed after he refused demands from coach Dan...

Connecticut's Tyler Polley (12) shoots next to DePaul's David Jones (32) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in the Big East conference tournament Thursday, March 11, 2021, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Polley to explore pro options, but plans to return to UConn

Apr. 14, 2021 04:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2019, file photo, Connecticut head coach Randy Edsall during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Amherst, Mass. UConn has canceled its 2020-2021 football season, becoming the first FBS program to suspend football because of the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)
UConn gives contract extensions to coaches Hurley, Edsall

Mar. 05, 2021 02:43 PM EST

Kansas guard Marcus Garrett (0) and West Virginia forward Emmitt Matthews Jr. (11) greet each other after West Virginia wins during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in Morgantown, W.Va. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)
Dearth of bluebloods leave blue-collar teams in control

By Dave Skretta Feb. 09, 2021 02:25 AM EST

Gonzaga guard Aaron Cook, right, passes the ball past Portland forward Hayden Curtiss, left, during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Portland, Ore., Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)
Gonzaga, Baylor remain atop AP Top 25; UConn in at No. 25

By John Marshall Jan. 11, 2021 12:46 PM EST

Connecticut guard James Bouknight (2) pressures Creighton guard Denzel Mahoney (34) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Storrs, Conn., Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (David Butler II/Pool Photo via AP)
No. 9 Creighton holds off UConn 76-74 in overtime

By Pat Eaton-Robb Dec. 20, 2020 03:04 PM EST

State promoting mental health services during pandemic

By Pat Eaton-Robb Dec. 08, 2020 02:45 PM EST
Connecticut officials are promoting the availability of mental health resources as state residents struggle with issues such as suicidal thoughts and substance...

FILE - In this Feb. 16, 2020, file photo, Connecticut's James Bouknight, center, shoots between Memphis' Boogie Ellis, left, and Tyler Harris during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Hartford, Conn. UConn returns to the Big East this season. “It’s definitely huge for me, because growing up wanting to play high-major college basketball, you just want to play against the best teams in the country," Bouknight said. "Not taking anything away from the AAC, but every night playing against the Villanovas of the world, the St. John’s of the world, it’s just like a dream come true.” (AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)
UConn hoping return to Big East will improve fortunes

By Pat Eaton-Robb Nov. 13, 2020 02:53 AM EST

FILE - In this March 3, 2019, file photo, Connecticut coach Dan Hurley shouts from the bench during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against South Florida in Storrs, Conn. Hurley said on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, that he is considering delaying the start of his team's season after a player's positive coronavirus test the week before that forced the program to suspend all activities for two weeks. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
UConn coach Hurley: 2-week pause threatens start of season

By Pat Eaton-Robb Nov. 12, 2020 01:45 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2020, file photo, spectators wear face masks to protect against COVID-19 during the first half of an NFL football game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers, in Baltimore. A new set of rules are coming in just about every sport, almost all with enhanced health and safety in mind. If they work, games could get out of bubbles and return to arenas and stadiums with some fans in attendance sometime soon. Perhaps more importantly, they could also provide some common-sense solutions to virus issues in the real world.(AP Photo/Gail Burton, File)
The Latest: UAB-North Texas football game off for Saturday

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 05:38 AM EST

UConn's Tyrese Martin granted waiver to play this season

Sep. 16, 2020 12:43 PM EDT
STORRS, Conn. (AP) — UConn swingman Tyrese Martin, who transferred from Rhode Island in April, has been granted a waiver that will allow him to play for the...

FILE - In this March 7, 2020, file photo, Connecticut head coach Geno Auriemma talks with Connecticut's Anna Makurat (24) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the American Athletic Conference tournament quarterfinals at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Auriemma is asking for help from Congress to get foreign students, including athletes, back to campus. The Huskies have three foreign players on their roster this year: Anna Makurat, a sophomore from Poland; Nika Muhl, a freshman from Croatia, and Aaliyah Edwards, a freshman from Ontario, Canada. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)
College athletes from overseas might be stuck at home

By Pat Eaton-Robb Jul. 01, 2020 04:18 PM EDT