UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma and Syracuse coach Felisha Legette-Jack have a relationship spanning decades, dating back to when Auriemma was a 30-year-old assistant at Virginia recruiting the teenage center. Their connection began when Legette-Jack's high school coach praised Auriemma as "the most handsome guy she ever saw in her life" and urged her to consider Virginia's offer.
UConn women's basketball faces Syracuse with deep coaching, player connections
The Huskies and Orange share extensive ties through coaches Geno Auriemma and Felisha Legette-Jack, plus current and former players heading into their NCAA Tournament matchup.
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