Athletics

An overhead view of the new Student Recreation Center on a sunny day

New Student Recreation Center: It’s What’s Inside That Counts

UConn's brand-new Student Recreation Center is set to transform the campus experience for the entire community.

CIRCA 1987: Larry Bird #33 of the Boston Celtics playing the Pistons. (Photo by Jerry Wachter/Sports Imagery/Getty Images)

‘Trash Talk’ Really Can Put Players Off Their Game, UConn Researcher Finds

A study of 200 adults conducted by a graduate student confirmed the ability of trash talk to negatively affect the game performance of a competitor.

Laura Valentino named Head Softball Coach

'The experience she gained during the implementation of the Duke softball program should prove invaluable as she endeavors to build a championship culture here at UConn,' said David Benedict, director of athletics.

A marquee welcoming UConn back to the Big East seen outside Madison Square Garden along 7th Avenue in Manhattan on June 27, 2019. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Returns to Big East Conference

The Huskies will build their future in the conference where they enjoyed significant athletic successes.

The Sherman Family Sports Complex. (Jason Reider/UConn Athletics Photo)

Gampel and Sherman Undergoing Upgrades This Summer

A new sound system in Gampel Pavilion will improve the experience for teams and fans at games and students and the public attending major University events, while new turf at the Sherman Complex will benefit recreational programs as well as varsity teams.

Jamelle Elliott '96 (BUS), '97 MA. (Nathan Oldham/UConn Photo)

UConn’s Jamelle Elliott: Where She is Now

Former women's basketball student-athlete Jamelle Elliott is back at UConn as an administrator, after a successful coaching career. Sometimes, she stops to watch practice for a few minutes, because she misses the echo of a bouncing basketball.

Former head coach MaChelle Joseph of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets questions the game official after a foul call. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Op-ed: The War on Women Coaches

When women act like a coach it violates traditional female gender stereotypes, subjecting them to backlash, write experts at UConn and the University of Minnesota.

Jim Penders, right, accepts the home plate from Andy Baylock. (Stephen Slade/UConn Today)

Penders Becomes Winningest Baseball Coach in School History

With last night's win by the UConn baseball team, coach Jim Penders passed the legendary Andy Baylock, who won 556 games.

A view of Gampel Pavilion. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

Student-Athletes Continue to Excel in the Classroom

"The outstanding achievements of our student-athletes in the classroom and in competition reflect the effort and enthusiasm with which they go about their business," says David Benedict, director of athletics.

A UConn Football home game at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. (Stephen Slade '89 (SFA) for UConn)

Tickets: Every Student, Every Home Game

Beginning in the fall of 2019, students will no longer need to purchase tickets for home games.