UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma
About this episode
Geno Auriemma discusses his transition to broadcasting and shares insights on women's basketball and officiating in the WNBA.
Episode 638 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features UConn women's basketball Geno Auriemma. Alongside Beth Mowins and Robin Roberts, the 12-time NCAA championship coach will broadcast the Dallas Wings-New York Liberty game on July 7 at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN. In this podcast, Auriemma discusses why calling the Wings-Liberty appealed to him; how ESPN contacted him for the assignment; his interest in broadcasting in a post-UConn life; how often he watches the WNBA today; staying in contact with his former players such as Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd;what he thinks of the officiating right now in the WNBA and why officiating is a serious issue in the game; his thoughts on the never-ending discussion about Caitlin Clark; why he predicted Clark would face physical play upon entering the league; why he believes some players have targeted Clark; his current relationship with South Carolina coach Dawn Staley; why he has always been as open as has been with the media over the years; coaching Sarah Strong; how you need a player such as Strong to win a title; sharing a crappy hotel room with Jeff and Stan Van Gundy and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts…
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