The UConn men and women have created countless memories through the madness of March and onto the championships won in April. Each day between now and the men’s and women’s Final Fours next month, The Courant will look back through our archives and highlight a memorable men’s and/or women’s game that occurred on that date. Today:
Women
2016: UConn 82, Syracuse 51
Though it wasn’t quite as lopsided as this season’s second-round beatdown, the Huskies stomped on the Orange to cap an undefeated season and win their fourth straight national title. This was an unexpected reunion of former Big East rivals, as the fourth-seeded Orange went on a dream-like run to the final, but Breanna Stewart (24 points, 10 rebounds) and Morgan Tuck (19 points) put an end to that.
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Men
2004: UConn 82, Georgia Tech 73
The Huskies capped off a dominant NCAA Tournament run with a cruise-control victory over Georgia Tech in the final– a game they led by 15 at halftime. Emeka Okafor went off for 24 points and 15 rebounds, and Ben Gordon scored 21 in the decisive victory.
Share a memory
What’s your favorite UConn March Madness memory? Whether you were in the stands or on your couch, tell us the Husky hoops story that you’re always sharing with your friends and family. We’ll take a look at our responses and run some of the best in print and online. Remember, brevity is always best, so keep it short and sweet. Send your thoughts to sports@courant.com and be sure to include your name and town.
