Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is proclaiming Friday, April 4, through Sunday, April 6, 2025, as “Huskies Weekend” in the State of Connecticut in recognition of the UConn women’s basketball team for playing in the NCAA Tournament Final Four game on Friday night.
The governor is urging all Connecticut residents to show their Huskies pride this weekend by wearing UConn Huskies gear, sporting blue and white, and displaying UConn flags and signs.
“The 2025 UConn Huskies women’s basketball team is the most formidable and ferocious basketball program in the United States, dominating the game with incredible prowess and intimidating skills that have set a new standard in college sports,” Governor Lamont said. “I am so proud of these talented student athletes who have represented UConn and Connecticut with integrity, character, and competitive excellence both on and off the court. They are an inspiration to young basketball fans across the world who want to follow in their footsteps. Everyone knows that Connecticut is the basketball capital of the world, and this weekend I urge everyone in our state to cheer for our team and support our Huskies.”
UConn is scheduled to play the UCLA Bruins in the Final Four on Friday at 9:00 p.m.
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