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23-24 Non-Conference Schedule

MSGRET said:
If Stanford doesn't want to play against UConn, maybe Geno can schedule UNLV and then go to California and play UCLA. I know a lot of people that would buy tickets to see UConn play at the Thomas & Mack here in Vegas.:)
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Well if UConn should play in Vegas it’s only 1:35 minutes from St. George
 
123me said:
-LSU. Geno-Mulkey battles of old are fan favorites. Two great coaches preparing their teams, now at her new school. Mulkey needs a boost in her OOC scheduling so I hear.

-I think one west coast trip would be nice for next year, maybe UCLA? Play UCLA in Vegas - neutral court (I am obviously dreaming). Arizona game is for 2024-2025, so not next season is my understanding. They will be a fun add. It was nice to have UConn out west for one weekend in Portland.

-Tara has been ducking UConn since she abruptly discontinued the series. Have you seen Stanfords OOC schedule last couple years? I doubt she will want to take an L by the hand of Geno. It's a shame tho since this rivalry is decades old, would be great for basketball.
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I'm going to dream along with you. UConn could play UCLA and UNLV in a four-team two game showcase at The Thomas & Mack Arena. UNLV is currently 30-2 (18-0) in the Mountain West Conference, and currently participating in its conference tournament. UConn could also participate (if they could get an invitation) in UNLV's thanksgiving holiday tournament thanksgiving weekend which features 8 teams.

It's not a tournament that features a strong field, but it would attract some of the talent on the west coast. It's a tournament that UConn should easily win. There are several west coast schools Geno could schedule for a two or three-game road trip besides UCLA. There's USC, Arizona, Cal, Stanford, the two Washington schools, the two Oregon schools, and last but not least, Gonzaga.

This is the ad for last year's thanksgiving holiday tournament - 11/21/22
LAS VEGAS (UNLVRebels.com) — Seven of the nation's top mid-major women's basketball teams arrive on campus this weekend for UNLV's Thanksgiving Tournament.

The defending Mountain West champion Lady Rebels host UAlbany (3-1) from the America East Conference, East Tennessee State (4-1) from the Southern Conference, George Washington (3-2) from the Atlantic 10, Illinois State (3-0) from the Missouri Valley Conference, Louisiana Tech (3-0) from Conference USA, UC San Diego (1-2) from the Big West and Stetson (3-1) from the Atlantic Sun Conference.

UNLV and UAlbany tip off the winner-take-all tournament Friday at 11 a.m. inside the Thomas & Mack Center.

ETSU faces George Washington at 1:30 p.m., Louisiana Tech and Stetson play at 4 p.m. and UC San Diego versus Illinois State wraps opening-day action at 6:30 p.m.

Purchase Tickets in Advance for Discounts​

Daily admission tickets are $6 when purchased in advance online at UNLVTickets.com. General admission tickets at the door are $10 ($8 for seniors, UNLV faculty/staff and alumni). UNLV students and Nevada high school students (presenting student ID) as well as all children 12 and under enter free.
 
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veryolddog said:
I am not in favor of adding anymore out of conference games. After this year and the toll it took on these players, I would just let the schedule stand and if more had to be added, I would just as soon see powder puffs to play. This probably will cause a torrent of opposition, but I would rather see them ratchet back and play at an even pace with more space beween games so that they can rest and heal. You are entitled to yours and I am entitled to mine.
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Any time a team plays they risk injury. I would hate to have any injury playing in a game (powder puffs) that doesn't make UCONN better. Tough games are why players come to UCONN and you can't base things on the the lack of depth they had this year.
 
Rowdy831 said:
Any time a team plays they risk injury. I would hate to have any injury playing in a game (powder puffs) that doesn't make UCONN better. Tough games are why players come to UCONN and you can't base things on the the lack of depth they had this year.
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Didn't they have a problem with the facilities last year? Court with no bleachers, no medical people on site?

I don't think we want to go there, at least for that get together.
 
Happy to see they have added a third game. It provides an opportunity to watch teams (in person) that are not regular visitors to the state.
 
This is great, the only downer is that I have to listen to ESPN do play by play for the whole day.
 
hoopsnloops32 said:
Does anyone know if your ticket is good for all three games or if its game by game ticket situation? I would imagine the former rather than the later.
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It should be. The 2 games last year and the year before were included
 
genzhusk said:
-LSU. Geno-Mulkey battles of old are fan favorites. Two great coaches preparing their teams, now at her new school. Mulkey needs a boost in her OOC scheduling so I hear.

-I think one west coast trip would be nice for next year, maybe UCLA? Play UCLA in Vegas - neutral court (I am obviously dreaming). Arizona game is for 2024-2025, so not next season is my understanding. They will be a fun add. It was nice to have UConn out west for one weekend in Portland.

-Tara has been ducking UConn since she abruptly discontinued the series. Have you seen Stanfords OOC schedule last couple years? I doubt she will want to take an L by the hand of Geno. It's a shame tho since this rivalry is decades old, would be great for basketball.
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In addition to LSU, add Ohio State in Cleveland (preview for FF) in an ESPN special....
 
Bald Huskie said:
Didn't they have a problem with the facilities last year? Court with no bleachers, no medical people on site?

I don't think we want to go there, at least for that get together.
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I believe that " to go there" would be to reward the bad preparation of the
promoters last season. I believe it was the INDIANA COACH that was outspoken
in her comments about poor facilities. ( at the Las Vegas venue ). Did the facility also have no medical backup
on site?? What do other Boneyarders recall?
 
hoopsnloops32 said:
Does anyone know if your ticket is good for all three games or if its game by game ticket situation? I would imagine the former rather than the later.
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It's always been one ticket for all games in the past; I can't imagine that it would be any different this year, even as a triple header, but would expect a good turn-out
 
Zarathustra said:
I believe that " to go there" would be to reward the bad preparation of the
promoters last season. I believe it was the INDIANA COACH that was outspoken
in her comments about poor facilities. ( at the Las Vegas venue ). Did the facility also have no medical backup
on site?? What do other Boneyarders recall?
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Will try to find an article that talked about the tournament organizer's sketchy history. After reading it, I was shocked that they could host an event.
 
ballerfan said:
Is there a date for their Italy game this summer? I would like to drive down and see them.
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I don't believe the official dates of the itinirary/games have been officially released as of yet. From the link below. The European tour is from August 15-25.

"The trip begins in Zagreb, Croatia followed by stops in Ljublijana, Slovenia; Bologna, Italy and Venice, Italy. The team will play an exhibition contest in each city. Dates, as well as possible viewing options, were not included in the release."

If I was a betting man, my guess at a possible itinerary for this trip it probably goes something like this below.

August 15 - Travel to
August 16-17 Croatia
August 17-19 Slovenia
August 20-22 Bologna
August 23-24 Venice
August 25 Travel back

...so @ballerfan I would believe their games in Italy would be within this window of days, from August 20-24. I'm sure a final itinerary will be released but if I was you circles the 20-24 days in Italy.

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Interesting team goes to Bologna after Slovenia, I can only assume they are flying from Slovenia to Bologna...otherwise if driving they go right by Venice.

On a personal note, I would love if somehow the team live streams these games back to the US.

www.theuconnblog.com

UConn women’s basketball taking European tour in August

The Huskies will play four games in three countries before the start of the school year.
www.theuconnblog.com www.theuconnblog.com
 
mbr33ct said:
I don't believe the official dates of the itinirary/games have been officially released as of yet. From the link below. The European tour is from August 15-25.

"The trip begins in Zagreb, Croatia followed by stops in Ljublijana, Slovenia; Bologna, Italy and Venice, Italy. The team will play an exhibition contest in each city. Dates, as well as possible viewing options, were not included in the release."

If I was a betting man, my guess at a possible itinerary for this trip it probably goes something like this below.

August 15 - Travel to
August 16-17 Croatia
August 17-19 Slovenia
August 20-22 Bologna
August 23-24 Venice
August 25 Travel back

...so @ballerfan I would believe their games in Italy would be within this window of days, from August 20-24. I'm sure a final itinerary will be released but if I was you circles the 20-24 days in Italy.

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Interesting team goes to Bologna after Slovenia, I can only assume they are flying from Slovenia to Bologna...otherwise if driving they go right by Venice.

On a personal note, I would love if somehow the team live streams these games back to the US.

www.theuconnblog.com

UConn women’s basketball taking European tour in August

The Huskies will play four games in three countries before the start of the school year.
www.theuconnblog.com www.theuconnblog.com
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Thank you. Very helpful.
 
Bald Huskie said:
Didn't they have a problem with the facilities last year? Court with no bleachers, no medical people on site?

I don't think we want to go there, at least for that get together.
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Last year was in a different country. Obviously different facilities and different medical arrangements.
 
CONNCAN said:
OK - So "WHO and WHERE" would the following "Potential" SENIOR GAMES be against and where would they be played?

Aaliyah Edwards? (In Canada? and Against Who?)

Aubrey Griffin? (In Westchester County, New York? and Against Who - Maybe Iona College?)

Nika Muhl? (Against her sister's team Ball State?)

Paige Bueckers (Against the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis/St. Paul?)
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Aaliyah's game would have to be some type of special exhibition. Who? Not sure

Aubrey - Iona (2023 MAAC champs), Marist (2022 MAAC champs) a side note Fairfield was 2022 Champs.

Nika -getting the tour this summer and her sisters team is coming so she's good

Paige - Minnesota/University of Minnesota
 

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