Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies proved that even in the age of NIL and rampant player transfers, it’s possible to build a program capable of winning back-to-back national titles. A few minutes after cutting down the nets on Monday night, the coach was already thinking about a three-peat. Hurley will need to overhaul a big chunk of his roster.
UConn head coach Dan Hurley greets fans after their win against Purdue in the NCAA college Final Four championship basketball game, Monday, April 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. UConn head coach Dan Hurley hugs guard Stephon Castle during the second half of the NCAA college Final Four championship basketball game against Purdue, Monday, April 8, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.
“We’re going to maintain a championship culture,” Hurley said. “We’re bringing in some very talented high school freshmen. Our returning players, through player development, will take a big jump. We’ll strategically add through the portal.Hurley’s confidence is understandable considering the Huskies did basically the same thing before this season.
At this point, it’s understandable why Hurley is comfortable in Storrs. He was rewarded after last year’s titleIt wouldn’t be a surprise if another raise is in the near future. Castle, a five-star talent who could have played just about anywhere in the country, said one of the reasons he picked UConn is because he wanted to learn from Hurley’s intensity.
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