UConn Insider

Women’s beat reporter Paul Doyle calls in from Chicago to chat with columnist Jeff Jacobs and online producer Chris Brodeur about the Huskies’ recent scare against old Big East rival Notre Dame (1:40), Azura Stevens’ breakout performance (3:00), the challenge from the Irish despite a slew of injuries (8:30), the evolution of the Muffet McGraw-Geno … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 44: Women’s Hoops With Jeff Jacobs And Paul Doyle"

Men’s beat reporter Dom Amore joins online producer Chris Brodeur to discuss how the Huskies have narrowly avoided RPI-killing losses in recent days, in contrast to this time last year (3:30); Jalen Adams’ strong shooting performance in helping them stave off Monmouth (5:00); Alterique Gilbert’s shoulder injury (8:45); Christian Vital’s emergence as a reliable No. … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 43: Men’s Hoops With Dom Amore"

In perhaps the gloomiest episode of the UConn Insider podcast to date, columnist Jeff Jacobs joined men’s beat reporter Dom Amore and online producer Chris Brodeur to break down the Huskies’ brutal outing against Arkansas in the PK80 Invitational. Amore and Jacobs discuss Shabazz Napier’s support of Kevin Ollie (1:00), the Huskies’ shooting woes (3:45), … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 42: Men’s Hoops With Jeff Jacobs And Dom Amore"

Beat reporter Paul Doyle calls in from Los Angeles to chat with columnist Jeff Jacobs and online producer Chris Brodeur about the UConn women’s basketball team’s early-season dominance. The guys discuss the atmosphere at Pauley Pavilion for the Huskies’ win over No. 5 UCLA (2:00), Napheesa Collier’s return to form (4:20), Katie Lou Samuelson’s injury … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 41: Women’s Hoops With Jeff Jacobs And Paul Doyle"

Columnist Jeff Jacobs and beat reporter Mike Anthony join online producer Chris Brodeur to discuss the Huskies’ rough outing at Fenway Park, playing out the string when the stakes are low, postseason All-Star games involving UConn seniors and the program’s ongoing quest for Power 5 relevance. The guys wrap up by looking ahead at Year … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 40: Football Talk With Jeff Jacobs And Mike Anthony"

UConn men’s beat reporter Dom Amore joins online producer Chris Brodeur to break down how the Huskies’ solid start has them riding some momentum into the PK-80 tournament. The guys discuss the importance of avoiding RPI-killing losses in the low-reward, high-risk portion of the schedule (1:30); Jalen Adams’ scooter troubles (3:40); Terry Larrier’s breakout (5:30); … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 39: Men’s Hoops With Dom Amore"

CBS Sports Network’s Aaron Murray, the former Georgia quarterback who’s in his first year broadcasting games, will be on the call when UConn takes on Boston College at Fenway Park Saturday. Murray joins online producer Chris Brodeur to discuss that transition (1:30); his memories of visiting historic venues as a player (3:30); the quirky logistics … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 38: CBS Sports Network’s Aaron Murray"

UConn men’s beat reporter Dom Amore chatted with the program’s patriarch, Jim Calhoun, from the confines of his new office at the University of St. Joseph. Calhoun and Amore discussed returning to the recruiting trail (2:30); the void he felt away from the game (5:45); the fateful discussion, with athletic director Bill Cardarelli, that brought the … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 29: Jim Calhoun"

Columnist Jeff Jacobs joined women’s beat reporter Paul Doyle and men’s beat reporter Dom Amore for a roundtable discussion on all things UConn hoops on the heels of an eventful AAC Media Day in Philadelphia. The guys discuss the talent gap between the women and the rest of the league (2:00), the modest preseason ranking … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 28: Basketball Roundtable"

Columnist Jeff Jacobs and beat reporter Mike Anthony join online producer Chris Brodeur for another round of UConn football talk, this time following a dramatic road win over Temple. The guys discuss the season’s first game-changing defensive play (1:10), UConn’s situational defense in the fourth quarter (2:30) and the Huskies’ modest offensive output (5:00). Jake … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 27: Football Talk With Jeff Jacobs And Mike Anthony"

With UConn women’s basketball season approaching, columnist Jeff Jacobs and beat reporter Paul Doyle joined online producer Chris Brodeur for a wide-ranging discussion on what looks to be another Husky juggernaut. First, one more look at last season’s stunning conclusion (1:30), followed by a breakdown of a loaded roster that will include talented transfers Azura … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 26: Women’s Hoops With Jeff Jacobs And Paul Doyle"

Columnist Jeff Jacobs and beat reporter Mike Anthony are back to chat with online producer Chris Brodeur as the Huskies’ spiral continues. Memphis charged into the Rent and racked up over 700 yards of offense and seven touchdowns. Where does the defense go from here? Can the Huskies hope to outscore any of their remaining … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 25: Football Talk With Jeff Jacobs And Mike Anthony"

Another week, another strong offensive performance marred by dreadful pass defense. And, of course, another ‘L’ for UConn football. The Huskies find themselves at 1-3, and the potential wins remaining on the schedule aren’t exactly jumping off the page. Columnist Jeff Jacobs and beat reporter Mike Anthony join online producer Chris Brodeur for another breakdown, … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 24: Football Talk With Jeff Jacobs And Mike Anthony"

Dom Amore chats with online producer Chris Brodeur about the MLB playoffs, which featured five former UConn baseball players at the outset. Amore offers quick-hitting analysis and predictions. Could the Red Sox and Yankees finally rekindle their epic postseason rivalry? Or will the likes of Astros star George Springer, pride of the Huskies, deny local … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 23: MLB Playoffs With Dom Amore"

Jim Calhoun, the legendary former coach of the UConn men’s basketball team, will serve as a consultant for the fledgling program at Division III St. Joseph in West Hartford. But a year from now, when the games are about to actually begin, we very well might see Calhoun in his customary pose on the sideline: arms folded, tie … Continue reading "UConn Insider, Episode 22: Jim Calhoun Talk With Jeff Jacobs And Dom Amore"