Olivia Vukosa Update

[DEpup]

Am I the only one who thinks this announcement is very Longhorns coded?

If you mean the uniform, she is in a Christ the King uniform and they photo shopped the decision wording on it. That orange is not the Texas color and closer to Tennessee if really trying to get deep in symbolism.

 

[BRS24]

22 hours and counting down ...

 

[Husky fanatic]

9 hours to go

 

[Forego]

The countdown continues with close to 7 hours to go. To ease your nerves, recent posts on the Texas board appear to be conceding that Olivia will be announcing her commitment to UConn.

 

[bayern7]

So excitedddd

 

[Husky fanatic]

3 hrs and 15 minutes to go. Is anyone wringing their hands yet? Rocking gently back and forth? Chanting a mantra?

 

[Obsidian13]

Is the announcement going to be just a social media post or streamed live/on TV somewhere?

 

[Kaizen]

From Google, but I cannot open,

 

[Kaizen]

No. 3 Recruit in 2026 Commits to UConn Over South Carolina​

Originally posted on UConn Huskies on SI
By Jayesh Pagar | Last updated Oct 21, 2025 1:09 PM ET


The UConn Huskies have secured one of the biggest recruiting victories of the year.

Olivia Vukosa, the No. 3-ranked recruit in the Class of 2026, has committed to UConn over South Carolina, Texas, Ohio State and LSU. The 6-foot-4 forward from Christ the King High School in New York brings elite talent and versatility to Storrs.

This is a massive win for head coach Geno Auriemma, who has been pursuing Vukosa throughout the recruiting process. She becomes the first commitment in UConn's 2026 class, giving the Huskies a cornerstone piece to build around.
Vukosa is the reigning New York Gatorade Player of the Year. As a junior, she averaged 19.2 points, 17.9 rebounds, 5.5 blocks and 3.8 assists per game. Those numbers showcase her ability to dominate in multiple areas.

Her versatility separates her from traditional post players. At 6-foot-4, she has the size to control the paint but also possesses guard skills that allow her to handle the ball and shoot from range.

No. 3 Recruit in 2026 Commits to UConn Over South Carolina

The UConn Huskies have secured one of the biggest recruiting victories of the year. Olivia Vukosa, the No. 3-ranked recruit in the Class of 2026, has committed to UConn over South Carolina, Texas, Ohio State and LSU.

www.yardbarker.com

 

[Stagnant]

Isn’t the announcement in an hour? (I don’t like sports illustrated stealing her thunder.)

 

[Sifaka]

The UConn Huskies have secured one of the biggest recruiting victories of the year.​

Olivia Vukosa, the No. 3-ranked recruit in the Class of 2026, has committed to UConn over South Carolina, Texas, Ohio State and LSU. The 6-foot-4 forward from Christ the King High School in New York brings elite talent and versatility to Storrs.

This is a massive win for head coach Geno Auriemma, who has been pursuing Vukosa throughout the recruiting process. She becomes the first commitment in UConn's 2026 class, giving the Huskies a cornerstone piece to build around

 

[EricLA]

This seems to be a leak. Found the same thing on another site but clicking on it takes you to an invalid website. Says it was originally posted on "UCONN Huskies on SI". Some serious tea leaves... I wonder if the writer has inside scoop, or has just prepared the article assuming she comes to UConn...

 

[veivoli]

The link to SI gave a 404 page for me. I suspect that SI, and probably other publications, have prepared stories in advance for all possible outcomes - much like the British press has news stories and obituaries prepared for when, for example, a member of the Royal Family dies. Then, once they know who Olivia committed to they simply release the matching story.

Someone probably hit "Publish" by mistake...

 

[Vowelguy]

why is this a new thread?

 

[Vowelguy]

The link to SI gave a 404 page for me. I suspect that SI, and probably other publications, have prepared stories in advance for all possible outcomes - much like the British press has news stories and obituaries prepared for when, for example, a member of the Royal Family dies.
Someone probably hit "Publish" by mistake...

Agreed on SI pre-writing multiple stories. Especially in this very immediate, google-when-it-happens media landscape, having a story posted within a minute would likely mean a difference in hundreds of visits.

I think every major news organization, not just in the UK, has obituaries pre-written / video packages set to go for any famous person.

 

[faninwisc]

why is this a new thread?

Apparently, we need 17 threads devoted to her.

 

[Obsidian13]

Is this airing on TV or online?

 

[marcfj]

its official!

 

[Sifaka]

 

[ConnMotors]

Apparently, we need 17 threads devoted to her.

Because someone always wants to be the first to start something

 

[jazz]

Apparently, we need 17 threads devoted to her.

I only count three threads, can you tell me where the other 14 are so I can read them as well?

 

[Vowelguy]

Because someone always wants to be the first to start something

 

[Bone Dog]

"Ultimately, what sealed my decision was how I felt around the team. During my visit, the players welcomed me like I was already part of the family, and that sense of belonging made UConn truly feel like home."

This is what we've been saying for decades.

 

[darrell]

"Ultimately, what sealed my decision was how I felt around the team. During my visit, the players welcomed me like I was already part of the family, and that sense of belonging made UConn truly feel like home."

This is what we've been saying for decades.

Geno’s recruiting of great players, but better people, has never faltered.