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Source: FOX News
Summary
UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma criticized for outburst toward South Carolina’s Dawn Staley after their Final Four game. Auriemma apologized for his behavior, saying it was “unlike what I do and what our standard is here at Connecticut.” Staley took the high road, saying she didn’t want to dampen UCLA’s national championship celebration.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Auriemma’s frustration boiled over, as it often does, and he lashed out at Staley for not following tradition. He claimed a foul wasn’t called on Sarah Strong, but she later revealed she ripped her own jersey.
Auriemma’s apology was half-hearted, and Wilbon’s criticism was deserved. Auriemma’s behavior was a classic example of a coach’s insecurities getting the better of him.
This one felt recognizable early, as coaches often struggle to accept defeat and lash out at their opponents.
Staley, as expected, took the high road, deflecting attention and keeping the focus on UCLA’s championship win.
This game will be remembered for Auriemma’s embarrassing outburst, rather than the actual basketball being played.
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Author: Evan Null
