2026 BIG EAST Summer Check-In Series - UConn

[Halldan]

2026 BIG EAST Summer Check-In Series - UConn

Weekly throughout the summer, the BIG EAST will check-in with each of its 11 men's basketball programs. Highlighted by a one-on-one interview with each head coach and NBC Sports' John Fanta, the BIG EAST Summer Check-In Series will cover a wide range of topics from roster changes, highlights...

www.bigeast.com

 

[jack 1970]

Hate to hear Hurley talking about Hines.

 

[dehere23]

Hate to hear Hurley talking about Hines.

Hurley’s comments about his OOC scheduling philosophy - which has been the best in the league now for several years - are spot on IMO. In essence, they schedule a challenging OOC because you don’t get hurt by losing those games, but have lots to gain by winning them. Putting aside how it has a positive impact on the Connecticut fan base, fan engagement generally, program exposure, revenue generation, and improving your team over the course of a season.