St. John’s has massive chance for revenge in UConn rematch
“It’s our turn.” That was Rick Pitino’s message to his players. It’s their turn to defeat a powerful country. It’s their turn to find a way to win a close game. Now it’s the team’s turn to find a way to delay the big plays that can mean the difference between a frustrating loss and […]
UConn women’s basketball team rises in latest AP Top 25 poll
The UConn women’s basketball team continues its upward movement in the Associated Press Top 25 poll amid its 12-game win … source
UConn survives but Villanova covers with half-court heave
UConn fans were victorious, but it was a different story for UConn bettors. Connecticut survived a comeback by Villanova and the first-place Huskies won 66-65 on Saturday at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The Huskies appeared ready to walk off the court with a 66-62 win, but as the final buzzer sounded, Wildcats guard […]
Rick Pitino adds Lou Carnesecca twist to UConn arena drama
There's another layer to the story of the St. John's and Connecticut venues. Weeks after manager Rick Pitino said he wanted to play the Huskies at Carnesecca Arena again next season, athletic director Mike Cragg told the league it would be the 100th anniversary of Lou Carnesecca's birth. He pointed out that he had requested […]