We Are The Champions Post Game Thread

[SinBin]

FUDD get about it!!!

I loved her mom's t-shirt, Fudd around and find out!

 

[SinBin]

It’s April. Time for that annual event of changing the number of championships sign on I-84.

That sign does not do UConn any justice, I billboard should be erected both directions prior to x68.

 

[oldude]

Just got back into town, and looked at the score. Praise God!!!

With 24 for both Azzi & Sarah, plus Paige getting 17, they outscored USC 65 - 59. Bodes well for next year with the two top scorers are back. Need to have the "Who's the third player for next year in the new 'Big 3.'

Time to get #13 NC this time next year!!!

Go Huskies!!!

My early guess on the 3rd player on next year’s Big 3 = Blanca.

 

[LwrcasefaN]

Side Note. Maybe it wasn’t a good idea for Dawn to wear that LV jacket. UCONN players thought it meant…Lady Vols.

BTW…I’m probably 100% wrong for this, but I just couldn’t resist.

 

[oldude]

So the way to early poll for next season has UCLA and SC ahead of UConn.

REALLY? REALLY?

Some people never learn…….

 

[cancontent]

Don't think I've seen this posted yet, but this poster caught one of the best facial reactions from Azzi that I've ever seen.

 

[microfich]

When I first saw Paige as a freshman, I saw a young lady with amazing talent and an incredible love for the game that I felt would be contagious in the best of ways. The setbacks along the way, while debilitating and frustrating, have contributed to her growth as a person and player and it has all come full circle. She is the most deserving Champion and we get to live the thrill, participating in our own way. I am incredibly happy for her, our fans, and UConn, the undeniable Basketball Capital of the World!

 

[Rb335]

Not only did Paige get that elusive title, I hope people remember the ultimate teammate she was. She poured everything into her teammates, and constantly tried to build them up and get them involved. Perhaps every frustrating passed up shot over the course of her career can be viewed as her relentless pursuit to get her teammates ready to go to battle alongside her under the brightest lights. And this year, they showed up confident and ready to do it with her. It reminds me of Diana’s ability to make people better. Paige knew she could only do so much, and relied on UConn team basketball to reach the mountain top.

Incredibly proud of this group, and the journey they’ve been on. One of the most deserving groups, and a truly dominant postseason run.

I’ll miss Paige, she’s been a blessing to watch. Excited for the next iteration of this team to take the reins and set out on the quest for #13.

 

[Bigboote]

Sometimes I feel Ashlynn does not get enough praise for her aggressive play and toughness. I look forward to watching her in action next year as a starter.

Even Geno said a week or two ago, “Sometimes I forget how lucky we are to have Ashlynn.”

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Not quite dawn out here in the Treasure State but back at it. A repeat? Hope not. Azzi Tourney Highlights.

 

[Kaizen]

Carl and her Princeton club celebrated Kaitlyn's champion,

 

[FormerCTrez]

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Awesome pics! And it’s surely nice to see several former players sharing in the celebrations of the current ones. Go UConn!! Go Huskies!! Congrats to the team for bringing home #12!!

 

[Pharos]

Humm. I don’t think a #1 will have an opportunity to beat 3 #1’s

So the question would be has a #3 or lower beaten 3 #1’s

On the men's side: Arizona in '97. (check me on that)

 

[maple]

Carl and her Princeton club celebrated Kaitlyn's champion,

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Seeing Princeton WBB social media post everywhere congratulating Kaitlyn and seeing her with her former teammates (who were as excited as if they’d won themselves!) brought tears to my eyes. Classy!!!

 

[Pharos]

Both Ash and KK were major contributors who recognized their roles and poured their heart and soul into them. Ash created soooo many extra possessions for this team and, with KK, altered the defensive intensity markedly. The duo not only spelled teammates for rest and foul management - they added dimensions.

Absolutely!!!

 

[Kaizen]

Seeing Princeton WBB social media post everywhere congratulating Kaitlyn and seeing her with her former teammates (who were as excited as if they’d won themselves!) brought tears to my eyes. Classy!!!

 

[FormerCTrez]

I thought Dawn blew by Geno pretty fast during the handshake line, did not say a word, I don't think.

Well, she did talk About it during her press conference. Something about not giving anyone a psychological advantage, so she keeps the handshake the same, always.

But, I can understand her emotional state immediately after the loss. Her team had just gotten whipped by UConn in the NC game, after being run-over by them seven weeks ago! She was not happy about it, and now she understands how it feels to lose in a championship game!!

 

[Pharos]

Since 1995 - 30 years - UConn men and women have won 18 NCAA championships. That's 18 out of 60-2 (covid; check me) or..... 31%!!!
That's insane!

 

[LwrcasefaN]

My early guess on the 3rd player on next year’s Big 3 = Blanca.

I think Ice will be ready to step it up.

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Completing the trilogy:

 

[ktuck911]

Shout out to the UConn Women's Basketball Squad... They were totally disrespected and ran through EVERYBODY in the tourney... Left no stone unturned... Didn't boast and celebrate or cut down nets when the came out of the West for the Final 4... They were completely focused...

Didn't think they'd duplicate the effort against South Carolina from back in February, but they did...

#Salute

Maybe the haters ( NCAA committee ) will again respect what we do up in Storrs on the basketball court and give them the respect (seedings) they deserved from the start...

Not bad for a NUMBER 2 seed... Made all the number 1 seeds look like 10 seeds if you ask me...

 

[RockyMTblue2]

Paige's 477 career NCAA points are the most of any UConn player. How's that for a number?

 

[FormerCTrez]

Bree Hall is very poised and well spoken.

Yes, she is, and I admire her. May her future plans be filled with many joyous moments!!

 

[rt bb fan]

Can someone post the uconn post game conference.

 

[JeannoCT]

Side Note. Maybe it wasn’t a good idea for Dawn to wear that LV jacket. UCONN players thought it meant…Lady Vols.

BTW…I’m probably 100% wrong for this, but I just couldn’t resist.

I did too! So I looked it up. Phew!