Husky Grit Earns UConn 76-72 Victory Over No. 15 Baylor
STORRS – The Huskies delivered a thrilling comeback for the ages, rallying from a double-digit first-half deficit to secure a 76-72 win over No. 15 Baylor, keeping their home non-conference winning streak alive and ending the
BIG EAST – Big 12 Battle with a win to go 2-2
in these high-stakes matchups.
Sophomore Liam McNeeley stepped up decisively, registering 17 points and eight rebounds alongsideing three blocks, providing key
What are Coach Hurley’s aspirations for the UConn Huskies for the remainder of the season?
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is Coach Dan Hurley, head coach of the UConn Huskies men’s basketball team. Coach, coming from behind to beat a ranked Baylor team is a big win. How satisfying was this victory for you and the team?
**Coach Hurley:** It’s a huge win for our program. Baylor is a top-tier team, and to come back from a double-digit deficit and pull out the victory shows the resilience and character of this team.
**Interviewer:** Liam McNeeley really stepped up in this game. Can you talk about his performance and what he brings to the team?
**Coach Hurley:** Liam was incredible. He’s been working hard all season, and it was great to see him step up when we needed him most. He’s a tough matchup for any opponent, and he’s only going to get better.
**Interviewer:** UConn has now gone 2-2 in the BIG EAST-Big 12 Battle. What does this say about the competiveness of this conference showdown?
**Coach Hurley:** The BIG EAST-Big 12 Battle is incredibly competitive. Every game is a battle, and it’s a great opportunity for our guys to test themselves against some of the best teams in the country.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what are your expectations for the rest of the season?
**Coach Hurley:** Our goal is to continue to improve every day and compete for a championship. We have a talented group of guys, and I’m excited to see what we can accomplish.
**Interviewer:** This UConn team seems to thrive on playing tough opponents. Do you think they have the potential to make a deep run in March?
**Coach Hurley:** I believe in this team. They have the talent, the work ethic, and the heart to compete with anyone in the country.
