UConn Coach Dan Hurley Discusses Excitement and Challenges of Tournament Play

🏀UConn is excited to play in the upcoming game against Arkansas and faces the challenge of a strong opponent.

🔥The addition of Rick Pitino and Ed Cooley to the Big East conference brings excitement and competitiveness.

👥The men's and women's basketball programs at UConn have a close relationship and share a practice facility.

💪Adama Sanogo and Jordan Hawkins are talented players who contribute to the team's success.

🏆UConn aims to represent the university well in the tournament and play to their identity.

What is the team's mindset going into the game against Arkansas?

—The team is excited and prepared to face the challenges posed by a strong opponent.

How do the additions of Rick Pitino and Ed Cooley impact the Big East conference?

—Their presence adds excitement and competitiveness to the conference.

What is the relationship between the men's and women's basketball programs at UConn?

—The programs have a close relationship and share a practice facility.

Who are some key players to watch on the UConn team?

—Adama Sanogo and Jordan Hawkins are talented players who contribute to the team's success.

What is the team's goal in the tournament?

—The team aims to represent the university well and play to their identity.

00:01UConn head coach Dan Hurley is excited about the upcoming game against Arkansas and acknowledges the challenge they will face.

01:23Coach Hurley discusses the impact of Rick Pitino and Ed Cooley joining the Big East conference.

05:59The close relationship between the men's and women's basketball programs at UConn is highlighted, along with the pride of representing the university.

09:40Coach Hurley praises the talent and confidence of players Adama Sanogo and Jordan Hawkins.

10:52The importance of playing to their identity and the physicality of rebounding are emphasized.