9 hours Ago By Hunter Cookston
The UConn Huskies are the defending back-to-back national champions in college basketball. Many expected this season to be another easy ride for the Huskies, similar to last year. However, the start of the season revealed just how challenging this year would be for UConn.
In one of the first few weeks of the season, the Huskies lost three straight games on three consecutive days. This led head coach Dan Hurley to declare that he would never again participate in a tournament format like that. UConn finished third in the Big East this year, which surprised many, but Rick Pitino had his team on a mission.
Hurley is known for his temper, often directing his frustration at the referees or anyone nearby. At times, he even gives the media a piece of his mind when he feels pressed. Hurley has even gone as far as to challenge his own team in the huddle, calling it their "Super Bowl.
" His fiery personality can spark intensity, but it sometimes draws unwanted attention. In the Big East Tournament, UConn faces Villanova in the quarterfinals. The season series is split 1-1, so the winner will have bragging rights over the other for the year.
During a media timeout, Hurley was assessed a technical foul. He appeared to be arguing with one of the officials, eventually saying something that led to the penalty. The UConn head coach was visibly shocked by the call.
UConn's Coach Dan Hurley just received a Technical Foul during a Media Timeout in the Big East Tournament Hurley and the ref were arguing for a while before Hurley was T'd up pic.twitter.com/X2TgL9GiDn One thing is for certain: Hurley will never shy away from anyone or hold back his frustrations.
Despite his occasional outbursts, the Huskies play hard for their head coach. Hurley is a great coach, highly respected across the sport, but his tantrums sometimes overshadow just how good of a leader he truly is. His passion for the game fuels his team, but it also creates drama that can sometimes distract from their accomplishments.
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