
Locked On UConn - Daily Podcast on University of Connecticut Huskies Football and Basketball
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WORTHY: UConn's Alex Karaban & Tarris Reed Jr. Go 1st Round, Hurley Has REDEFINED NBA Draft Success
Jun 24, 2026
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CULTURE: UConn Men’s Basketball ESTABLISHES Early Edge—3-Seconds On Shot Clock MENTALITY
Jun 23, 2026
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PROGRAM REVIVAL: UConn Football REWRITING Their Story, Playoff Money CLIMBS As Recruiting SOARS
Jun 19, 2026
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BROTHERHOOD: Why Minikon Johnson and Lamier Wade SAID Yes Amid UConn Huskies RECRUITING BOOM
Jun 18, 2026
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STRATEGIC HIRE: UConn’s Mike Pegues APPOINTMENT Promises Growth for Najai Hines and Huskies
Jun 16, 2026
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() WORTHY: UConn's Alex Karaban & Tarris Reed Jr. Go 1st Round, Hurley Has REDEFINED NBA Draft Success | UConn Huskies celebrate a historic NBA Draft night as Alex Karaban and Tarris Reed Jr. become first-round selections, signaling the program's resurgence under Dan Hurley. Is UConn now a premier NBA talent pipeline? Matt Schonvisky spotlights Karaban’s four-year journey, leadership, and projection as a future Sixth Man of the Year, alongside Reed Jr.'s rapid development and exciting fit with the San Antonio Spurs. Key talking points include Dan Hurley’s record-breaking streak of six consecutive NBA Drafts with UConn picks, the impact on top-tier recruiting, and a look ahead to marquee preseason clashes against Syracuse, Purdue, and Michigan State. Matt Schonvisky also explores culture, loyalty, and what these NBA milestones mean for the Huskies’ future on the hardwood. Can UConn sustain this momentum and set new standards in college basketball excellence? | — | ||||||
| 6/23/26 | ![]() CULTURE: UConn Men’s Basketball ESTABLISHES Early Edge—3-Seconds On Shot Clock MENTALITY | UConn Huskies ramp up summer workouts as Dan Hurley drives home a championship mindset—can the “three seconds on the shot clock” mentality spark another title run? Team leaders Silas Demary Jr. and Jayden Ross anchor a revamped roster, integrating newcomers like Najai Hines and Colben Landrew, as UConn builds chemistry and toughness from day one. Hurley’s blueprint, proven with two national titles in four years, remains the foundation for the Huskies’ pursuit of more glory. The conversation focused on key offseason developments, including Mike Pegues joining the UConn coaching staff to accelerate big man development and the ongoing search for a final roster piece—possibly European standout Igor Amosov. Several points were raised, including the importance of early integration for new players, what Pegues’ DMV recruiting ties mean for UConn, and how Hurley’s approach sets the stage for another championship-caliber season. Is UConn’s relentless culture the edge they need to stay atop the college basketball world? | — | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() PROGRAM REVIVAL: UConn Football REWRITING Their Story, Playoff Money CLIMBS As Recruiting SOARS | UConn Huskies football ignite excitement on the recruiting trail, landing 16 commits in just under two weeks under head coach Jason Candle. Is UConn finally silencing the critics and shaking up the college football landscape? Matt Schonvisky and guest Bobby Wilson explore how Candle’s winning pedigree and proven NFL development track record are drawing major talent like Preston Glasco, Alan Blackshere, and Jaden Rawls, all while staving off power programs like Georgia. The discussion highlights the culture shift within the UConn locker room, the program’s evolving image, and the game-changing impact of a new College Football Playoff revenue deal. Can UConn parlay these recruiting victories and newfound national respect into a power conference invitation? Hear exclusive insights into Lockdown UConn’s player profile series, including speedster wide receiver Logan Barnes and the program’s bold vision for the future. | — | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | ![]() BROTHERHOOD: Why Minikon Johnson and Lamier Wade SAID Yes Amid UConn Huskies RECRUITING BOOM | UConn Huskies football lands top Pittsburgh recruits Minikon Johnson and Lamier Wade, flipping Power Four commitments and showcasing Jason Candle's recruiting momentum. What’s fueling this surge in UConn’s football culture, and can the Huskies turn these high-profile wins into a championship push? Matt Schonvisky hosts an exclusive dual interview with Johnson and Wade, exploring their bond as teammates, the coaching staff's transformative approach, and the family atmosphere luring elite talent to Storrs. Hear direct insights on player development, defensive coordinator Ryan Manalac’s Pittsburgh pipeline, and the recruits’ ambitions for state titles and All-State honors. The episode also spotlights defensive lineman Eddie Dresch’s potential, key recruiting strategies, and why UConn’s unified vision could spark a new era for Huskies football. | — | ||||||
| 6/16/26 | ![]() STRATEGIC HIRE: UConn’s Mike Pegues APPOINTMENT Promises Growth for Najai Hines and Huskies | UConn Huskies strengthen their coaching staff as Dan Hurley taps Mike Pegues to replace Luke Murray, raising expectations for the upcoming men’s basketball season. Pegues’ extensive experience under coaching legends and his reputation for developing post players could be the spark UConn needs to elevate talents like Najai Hines. Will this strategic hire keep the Huskies atop the national conversation? The conversation focused on Colben Landrew’s standout FIBA U18 performances for Team USA, where he showcased a versatile offensive arsenal that could earn him a starting spot as a true freshman. Key topics include Landry’s shooting efficiency, lineup possibilities alongside Silas Demary Jr., and the impact on UConn’s rotation as Dan Hurley finalizes his strategy. The show wraps up with a personal countdown of top UConn sports moments, blending iconic basketball championships with unforgettable football wins. Can these new additions fuel another championship run for the Huskies? | — | ||||||
| 6/15/26 | ![]() GEORGIA IMPACT: UConn Football Lands Preston Glasco, REVEALS Powerful Recruiting EDGE | UConn Huskies build recruiting momentum as Georgia cornerback Preston Glasco commits, bringing size, IQ, and physicality to the defensive backfield. Can the Georgia pipeline continue fueling success in Storrs under coach Jason Candle’s leadership? Glasco shares why genuine relationships and player development—on and off the field—set UConn apart from suitors like Boston College and Army West Point. Host Matt Schonvisky examines UConn’s rich history with Georgia recruits, spotlighting standout players and the intense brand of high school football they bring north. The episode also highlights wide receiver Drew Kron, a multi-sport Connecticut native whose leadership and grit embody local talent’s impact. Don’t miss the inside look at UConn football’s roster evolution and the strategies shaping the Huskies’ future. | — | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | ![]() MOMENTUM: UConn SECURES LB George Richards, Adds To ANTICIPATION For Historic Incoming Class✨ | recruitingUConn football+5 | George RichardsMatt Ragan | UConnBoston College+1 | — | UConnGeorge Richards+7 | — | 29m 50s | |
| 6/11/26 | ![]() EXCLUSIVE: Mikey Vernon Jr. DETAILS Why Top Recruits FLOCKED to UConn Football & HC Jason Candle✨ | UConn FootballRecruiting+4 | Mikey Vernon Jr. | UConnUConn Huskies+2 | — | UConnMikey Vernon Jr.+7 | — | 30m 10s | |
| 6/10/26 | ![]() FLOODGATES: UConn Football, Jason Candle Land Cooper Newman as Commitments POUR In Like Never Before✨ | UConn FootballRecruiting+4 | — | UConnVirginia Tech+3 | UConn | UConnfootball+6 | — | 27m 23s | |
| 6/8/26 | ![]() RECRUITING SHOCKWAVE: UConn Football OUTPACES Elite Programs, Jason Candle LEADS Charge✨ | UConn football recruitingNIL era+4 | — | MichiganOklahoma+3 | — | UConn footballrecruiting+6 | — | 27m 44s | |
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| 6/5/26 | ![]() STUNNING: UConn Football’s Official Visit for Cooper Newman LEAVES Lasting IMPACT—Find Out Why✨ | UConn Footballrecruiting+4 | Cooper Newman | UConnMichigan State+3 | — | UConnCooper Newman+6 | — | 28m 14s | |
| 6/3/26 | ![]() MYTHBUSTING: UConn, Bob Diaco, and the Real Origins of the Civil ConFLiCT Trophy EXPLAINED✨ | Civil ConFLiCT rivalryUConn football+5 | — | UConnUCF | Texas | Civil ConFLiCTUConn+7 | — | 29m 54s | |
| 6/2/26 | ![]() DEPTH UPGRADE: UConn Huskies Add 7-FOOTER Elmir Dzafic as Dan Hurley LOCKS Down the Paint✨ | UConn BasketballElmir Dzafic+4 | — | UConn HuskiesSan Antonio Spurs+1 | — | UConnElmir Dzafic+5 | — | 24m 29s | |
| 6/1/26 | ![]() FRESH START: UConn Welcomes New Era as Junior County & Transfers ARRIVE on Campus, BUILD Chemistry✨ | UConn basketballteam chemistry+4 | — | UConnTeam USA+3 | — | UConnbasketball+6 | — | 24m 54s | |
| 5/30/26 | ![]() UPGRADE: UConn Huskies Announce $9.5M Rentschler Field REVAMP—Here’s What Fans Will GAIN✨ | UConn footballRentschler Field upgrades+3 | — | UConn Huskies | Rentschler Field | UConnRentschler Field+4 | — | 29m 48s | |
| 5/29/26 | ![]() TRANSFORMATION: UConn Football and Jason Candle Set to ELEVATE Program—100 Days of In-Depth Coverage✨ | UConn FootballJason Candle+4 | — | UConn Huskies | Rentschler FieldMaryland+4 | UConn FootballJason Candle+5 | — | 33m 24s | |
| 5/27/26 | ![]() ALERT: Hurley’s UConn Huskies Will MEET Purdue In Preseason; Tarris Reed & Alex Karaban Combine PUSH | UConn Huskies men's basketball ignites excitement by adding Purdue to their preseason schedule, setting up a high-profile rematch of the national championship. With matchups against powerhouses like Michigan State and Michigan on the horizon, can Dan Hurley’s reloaded roster rise to the challenge of a stacked non-conference slate? Newcomers like Isaiah Shaw, Landrew, Junior County, and Najai Hines join a team eager to prove itself against elite competition, even as the Big East’s strength is questioned and a new offensive coaching hire looms. The discussion explores how UConn’s scheduling strategy sharpens its NCAA Tournament resume and prepares its young team for Big East play. Insights on NBA Draft prospects Tarris Reed and Alex Karaban highlight their combine performances and pro potential. Plus, changes are coming to Locked On UConn’s coverage with separate basketball and football shows, including player profiles and exclusive interviews with coaches—offering fans deeper access than ever before. | — | ||||||
| 5/26/26 | ![]() BEST EVER?: UConn RUMORED To Be Part Of Diamond Cup, Bluest Of BLUE BLOOD Regular Season Tournament | Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast RugietGet 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhlRugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | — | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | ![]() FIREPOWER ADDED: UConn Adds Isaiah Shaw To BOOST Shooting, REINFORCE Bench Via Transfer Portal | UConn Huskies add sharpshooter Isaiah Shaw as Dan Hurley seeks experience and depth for a youthful men’s basketball roster. Can Shaw’s elite 46% three-point shooting from Northern Arizona give UConn the boost it needs after last year’s struggles from deep cost them a title? Matt Schonvisky breaks down Shaw’s fluctuating role, his connection to the Drew family coaching tree, and how UConn’s rotation could shake out with the arrival of key transfers and true freshmen. The show also recaps UConn Baseball’s abrupt exit from the Big East Tournament and assesses their NCAA Tournament hopes after a lackluster finish. Insights cover the importance of veteran leadership with Alex Karaban and Tarris Reed departing, plus how UConn’s defensive identity remains strong despite roster turnover. Don’t miss analysis on UConn’s offseason moves, incoming talent, and the ongoing pursuit of basketball and baseball excellence in Storrs. | — | ||||||
| 5/21/26 | ![]() ALERT: King Gibson (#2 Ranked 2027) OFFERED by UConn—Will Dan Hurley OUTRECRUIT Kentucky, Michigan? | UConn Huskies basketball make headlines by offering King Gibson, the No. 2 overall recruit in the 2027 class. Can Dan Hurley land this elite combo guard amidst fierce competition from Kentucky, Michigan, and NC State? Host Matt Schambisky explores how Gibson’s explosive scoring and deep connections to major programs could reshape UConn’s future, while breaking down the Huskies’ broader 2027 recruiting strategy. Stephon Castle’s playoff heroics for the San Antonio Spurs add fuel to UConn’s recruiting fire, as he elevates his game and bolsters the Huskies’ NBA reputation. Matt also previews UConn baseball’s Big East Tournament run, highlighting Jim Penders’ 800th win and the team’s quest for an NCAA Tournament bid. Tune in for key stats, player spotlights like Jackson Marshall, and a look at what it will take for UConn to clinch another championship. | — | ||||||
| 5/19/26 | ![]() MODERNIZED: UConn Basketball’s Gampel Pavilion RENOVATION Promises Sleek Fan Spaces, Faster Access | Gampel Pavilion’s $99.4 million renovation signals a bold new era for UConn Huskies basketball. Are fans ready for upgraded game day suites, modern recruiting lounges, and a dazzling new exterior? Host Matt Schonvisky walks through the latest renderings and details what players and fans can expect when the arena reopens in November. UConn football’s recruiting momentum heats up as Jason Candle’s staff beats SEC and ACC programs for top talent—can the Huskies become New England’s premier program? Plus, UConn softball, led by Laura Valentino, caps another historic season with its first NCAA tournament win in 25 years behind standout Cat Pettis. Don’t miss the latest on UConn’s multi-sport surge and why the Huskies are thriving on and off the field. | — | ||||||
| 5/15/26 | ![]() EXPOSED: P4 INSIDERS Get UConn Football ALL WRONG—Correcting MYTH About THE RENT, FANS & FACILITIES | UConn Huskies football faces relentless skepticism—are critics getting it all wrong? Host Matt Schonvisky takes aim at persistent myths about UConn’s stadium, facilities, and fan support, questioning why Rentschler Field is overlooked despite being a modern, 40,000-seat venue with expansion potential. Scenes from high-profile matchups and sold-out crowds prove UConn’s fanbase can rival the best when Power Conference opponents come to town. Schonvisky spotlights UConn’s state-of-the-art $57.9 million football complex, comparing it favorably to Power 5 programs like Florida State, and highlights an NFL alumni wall packed with Huskies stars. Drawing on Sean McDonough’s broadcast insights, Robert Griffin III’s praise, and firsthand accounts from inside the program, the episode challenges the narrative holding UConn back from a Power 4 invitation. Could a return to top-level competition bring back those electric field-rushing nights—and silence the doubters for good? | — | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | ![]() IT JUST MEANS MORE: UConn Huskies IMPLORE Big East to ELEVATE Basketball Investment and Image | UConn Huskies at a crossroads as Big East faces a national perception crisis—can bold leadership and strategic branding restore its basketball dominance? Athletic Director David Benedict urges the conference to emulate the SEC’s “it just means more” mentality, pushing for stronger NIL funding, improved marketing, and institutional investment in basketball to regain national respect. Matt Schonvisky breaks down UConn’s potential conference realignment, exploring rumors linking the Huskies to the Big 12, ACC, and even the Big Ten. The conversation spotlights Brett Yormark’s active interest, ACC’s looming legal shakeups, and UConn’s quest for a coveted Power Four invite. Plus, debunked myths about Rentschler Field and UConn football facilities shake up key narratives—could renewed football support boost UConn’s case for major conference status? Don’t miss crucial insights on UConn basketball’s national standing, football’s future, and what’s next for the Huskies’ athletic ambitions. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() National Championship Rematch! Dan Hurley Went FULL CHAOS With UConn’s Schedule | The UConn Huskies have put together a wild non-conference schedule that will include a national championship rematch with Michigan during the first week of the season. With Solo Ball out, is Jaye Nash the replacement Coach Hurley was looking for? How will NCAA Tournament expansion affect the Big East that got only 3 teams into March Madness last year? | — | ||||||
| 5/11/26 | ![]() HUSKIES BOLSTER: Jaye Nash Joins UConn as Crucial DEPTH, Why Guard DEPTH BOOSTS Championship Hopes | UConn Huskies land point guard Jaye Nash as Dan Hurley continues to build depth for the reigning champions. Could Nash’s defensive prowess and steady playmaking become a crucial factor off the bench? Matt Schonvisky breaks down Nash’s journey from Tulsa and Jacksonville State, his fit alongside Silas Demary Jr. and Junior County, and what fans should expect from this latest addition to the UConn men’s basketball roster. The episode spotlights UConn’s electrifying non-conference basketball schedule—featuring high-profile clashes with Michigan, Duke, Illinois, Kansas, and Arizona—posed to generate national excitement and shape NCAA tournament narratives. Plus, UConn softball celebrates back-to-back NCAA tournament berths, facing Texas A&M in a region airing on ESPN2. Schonvisky also previews ongoing transfer portal pursuits and hints at what’s next for UConn football and women’s basketball. Will UConn’s aggressive scheduling and winning investments keep them atop the college sports landscape? | — | ||||||
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