The Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Alex Karaban joins the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast during a pivotal stretch of the season. He breaks down what was clicking in the games against Creighton and Xavier, what stood out in the loss to St. John’s, and how the team responded in practice before bouncing back. Karaban also reflects on becoming the winningest player in UConn history, whether the postgame honor caught hi...

Send us Fan Mail We’re joined by Dom Amore, longtime sports columnist for the Hartford Courant, to discuss UConn’s biggest storylines across men’s basketball, women’s basketball, football, and more. From player impact to program narratives and what’s next for the Huskies, Dom shares his insights.

Send us Fan Mail Can UConn earn a 1 seed when Selection Sunday arrives? Fox Sports bracketologist Mike DeCourcy joins the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast to break down where the Huskies stand right now, what the selection committee values most, and how the Big East is shaping up heading into March. We dive into: UConn’s résumé and realistic seed range How Big East teams are being evaluated national...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Ferrigno of the Mansfield Downtown Partnership to talk all things Downtown Storrs—where it’s been, where it’s headed, and why it continues to grow as a hub for the UConn community and beyond. Steve shares his background and role with the Mansfield Downtown Partnership, then dives into the growth and development in the area over the past few y...

Send us Fan Mail Former UConn big man Samson Johnson joins the podcast to talk about his transition from Storrs to the G League with the Noblesville Boom. Samson breaks down the biggest differences between college basketball and the pro game, the toughest part of adjusting to G League life, and what surprised him most about being a professional.  We also dive deep into his UConn days — first impre...

Send us Fan Mail UConn Men’s Basketball's Alex Karaban joins the podcast to break down the Huskies’ 19–1 start and 9–0 run in Big East play. We talk expectations vs. reality, how this team has handled closer games, and what’s stood out defensively at the midway point of the season. Karaban dives into the tough back-and-forth win against Villanova, what clicked after a quiet first half, and ho...

Send us Fan Mail Comedian and actor Steve Rannazzisi joins the podcast ahead of his stand-up shows at Comix Roadhouse at Mohegan Sun (Jan 22–24) for a wide-ranging conversation on comedy, acting, and sports. Steve breaks down what came first in his career—stand-up or acting, which one’s harder, and how he landed the role of Kevin on The League during its legendary 7-season run. We dive into the ca...

Send us Fan Mail UConn Wide Receiver Skyler Bell joins the podcast to reflect on his journey to Storrs and why he chose to stay when new opportunities opened up. Skyler breaks down what led to his success at UConn, how he’s been so effective after the catch, and the mindset that kept this team fighting through a tough start. We also talk about being part of the UConn football revival, working with...

Send us Fan Mail UConn’s football roster and coaching staff are getting a major Toledo influence and we’re breaking it all down with someone who knows it best. Toledo football insider Kyle Rowland joins the podcast to explain what fans can expect as Coach Jason Candle makes the move to UConn, along with multiple players and members of his coaching staff. We dive into the impact of the transfers, w...

Send us Fan Mail Alex Karaban joins the podcast to recap UConn’s statement comeback win over Providence last night and what flipped the switch when it mattered most. We dive into the huge effort from Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins;  the team getting back into the swing of things after the holiday break, and what film review has looked like for the Huskies during this stretch of the season. K...

Send us Fan Mail UConn Women’s Basketball is rolling at the midway point of the season — undefeated at 15-0 and 5-0 in Big East play. On this episode of the Connecticut Scoreboard Podcast, we’re joined by Daniel Connolly, who covers UConn women’s basketball, for a full midseason check-in. We break down how this team has performed compared to preseason expectations, why the defense feels different...

Send us Fan Mail On New Year’s Day, UConn’s Athletic Director David Benedict joined us to reflect on a pivotal year for Huskies athletics and what lies ahead. We look back at the biggest moments of 2025 across UConn sports, including a major winter coming up for men's and women's basketball and hockey. The conversation dives into the football coaching search process — including the behin...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to keep stadiums and arenas rocking?  We sit down with in-game host Gameday Conor to talk about his journey to the mic, how he prepares for game day, and the art of reading a crowd in real time. Conor gives an inside look at what fans don’t always see during games. We also dive into: - His game day routine and prep - The best moments and crowds he’s been part of...

Send us Fan Mail Connecticut college basketball runs deep in Connecticut! In this episode, we’re joined by Joe Budzelek of Stretching the Floor to take a deep dive into the state’s mid-major programs, including Central Connecticut, Fairfield, New Haven, Yale, Quinnipiac, and Sacred Heart. We break down: - How each program performed during non-conference play - What to expect as league play gets un...

Send us Fan Mail UConn's Alex Karaban joins the podcast to break down the Huskies’ non-conference run and what’s ahead as Big East play approaches. Karaban talks about returning to Kansas for a second time, staying composed when things weren’t going perfectly, and watching Braylon have a breakout performance. He reflects on revenge wins, quick turnarounds, and getting back to Madison Square G...

Send us Fan Mail UConn football has its newest quarterback and we’re getting to know him. In this episode, we sit down with Bo Polston, the newest UConn football QB commit, to talk about his recruiting journey, why UConn felt like the right fit, and what Huskies fans can expect when they watch him play.  Plus, we get to know Bo off the field from pregame routines to who he models his game after an...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a deep dive into UConn Men's Basketball and all the Big East storylines with John Fanta, one of the top voices covering the conference. We break down UConn’s season so far, the surprises around the league, which teams are emerging as contenders, and what to watch as conference play heats up.

Send us Fan Mail Florida Gators writer Chris Harry joins the show to break down everything you need to know about the team heading into their matchup with UConn. We cover how Florida’s season has unfolded, how they’re handling the pressure of being defending champs, what’s changed from last year’s roster, who’s stepped up early, the under-the-radar players to watch, the issues that have shown up i...

Send us Fan Mail UConn Football has its new head coach and today we’re getting the full breakdown from someone who knows him best. Toledo head coach Jason Candle is set to take over in Storrs, and I’m joined by Kyle Rowland to explain exactly what Huskies fans should expect. We dive into Candle’s coaching style, his offensive and defensive philosophy, how he built a winning culture at Toledo, what...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a deep dive into UConn Men’s Basketball with Alex Karaban as he breaks down the Huskies’ big win over Illinois, shares what the team's Thanksgiving week was like, and looks ahead to a massive road matchup at Kansas.

Send us Fan Mail Jim Mora has left UConn for Colorado State. What does that mean for UConn Football? Adam Giardino joins Jared to talk about the news. With this being a Twitter space you'll hear from callers who react in real-time to the news and share their thoughts. 

Send us Fan Mail Joe Fagnano joins us to break down UConn's win over Air Force to finish their home slate undefeated. Joe talks about the emotions of Senior Day, the game itself, and then previews this weekend's match up against FAU.

Send us Fan Mail We’ve got Alex Karaban on the pod! We break down UConn basketball’s hot start, including the big UConn vs. BYU win, what it was like playing a “home” game in Boston, and Alex’s surprising rise as a dunker.

Send us Fan Mail UConn Football just picked up its first AP Poll vote in more than a decade… and we tracked down the voter who did it. Mike Hlas of The Cedar Rapids Gazette joins the show to break down why he put the Huskies on his ballot, what stood out about this team, and of course how fans have reacted.

Send us Fan Mail UConn Football QB Joe Fagnano is back and breaking down the big win over Duke. We dive into what it's been like being talked about in award chatter, including for the Heisman Trophy. Finally, Joe previews Air Force and his final game at The Rent.