Locked On UConn - Daily Podcast on University of Connecticut Huskies Football and Basketball

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Episode Summary

In this episode of Locked On UCONN, host Mark Zanetto provides a detailed recap of UCONN's recent game against Northwestern. The focus is on Donovan Clingan's exceptional performance, particularly his defensive impact with 8 blocks. Zanetto discusses UCONN's defensive strategy in containing Northwestern's key player Boo Buie, limiting him to just 9 points. The first half of the game is described as an offensive showcase for UCONN, despite struggling with three-point shooting. Although Northwestern staged a comeback in the second half, UCONN maintained control and secured the victory. Zanetto also touches upon Coach Dan Hurley's comments regarding the tournament committee's decisions and how Hurley uses perceived slights to motivate his team. The episode includes an evaluation of UCONN players' performances in the first and second rounds of the tournament, with key players like Tristen Newton, Cam Spencer, and Donovan Clingan receiving praise for their contributions. Finally, there's a preview of UCONN's upcoming matchup against San Diego State, emphasizing the need for UCONN to handle SDSU's defensive pressure effectively.

Episode Notes

In this episode of Locked On UCONN, host Mark Zanetto provides a detailed recap of UCONN's recent game against Northwestern. The focus is on Donovan Clingan's exceptional performance, particularly his defensive impact with 8 blocks. Zanetto discusses UCONN's defensive strategy in containing Northwestern's key player Boo Buie, limiting him to just 9 points.

 

The first half of the game is described as an offensive showcase for UCONN, despite struggling with three-point shooting. Although Northwestern staged a comeback in the second half, UCONN maintained control and secured the victory.

 

Zanetto also touches upon Coach Dan Hurley's comments regarding the tournament committee's decisions and how Hurley uses perceived slights to motivate his team.

 

The episode includes an evaluation of UCONN players' performances in the first and second rounds of the tournament, with key players like Tristen Newton, Cam Spencer, and Donovan Clingan receiving praise for their contributions.

 

Finally, there's a preview of UCONN's upcoming matchup against San Diego State, emphasizing the need for UCONN to handle SDSU's defensive pressure effectively.

 

Donovan Clingan's standout performance: 14 PTS, 14 REBS, 8 BLOCKS

UCONN's effective defensive strategy against Northwestern's Boo Buie

UCONN's dominance in the first half despite struggles with three-point shooting

Coach Dan Hurley's motivational tactics using perceived slights from the tournament committee

Evaluation of UCONN players' performances in the first and second rounds, highlighting key contributors like Tristen Newton, Cam Spencer, and Donovan Clingan

Preview of UCONN's upcoming matchup against San Diego State, focusing on SDSU's defensive prowess and UCONN's need for toughness