The UConn Fast Break - Stanley Robinson Tribute
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It is with a heavy heart that we deliver this week’s edition of The UConn Fast Break after the passing of Stanley Robinson. He was a whimsical talent and kindhearted soul who will be dearly missed. In his memory, this week’s newsletter highlights the best of his times in Storrs and beyond. Our thoughts are with the Robinson family and his community in Alabama.
Weekly Rewind
The latest UConn athletics news
From The UConn Blog:
UConn Nation mourns the tragic death of Stanley “Sticks” Robinson
Paige Bueckers adds Gatorade Female Athlete of the Year to her resume
UConn men’s basketball lands first 2021 recruit in four-star Rashool Diggins
Matchups with Vandy and Georgia State added to UConn football’s future slate
Size up UConn’s biggest Big East competition: Jay Wright’s Villanova Wildcats
UConn Foundation records best year ever with $26.4 million going to athletics
Coach Hurley’s son, Drew, set to join UConn men’s basketball as walk-on
From Other Sources:
One of Canada’s best in the 2021 class commits to UConn football
UConn’s return automatically improves Big East baseball pedigree
John Fanta sees UConn men’s basketball as immediate conference contenders
2021 DB Deon McLean commits to UConn football after impressive virtual visit
UConn men’s golf well-represented on list of All-American scholars
Future Huskies playing together in Connecticut Collegiate Baseball League
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U Gotta See This
Video recommendations
Stanley Robinson was a human highlight reel:
UConn, Great Pic
UConn history and history in the making
He’s #21 in your program, but will always be #1 in our hearts:
Big League Buzz
Catch up on former UConn players working across the sports world
Eastern Conference and Western Conference previews for Huskies in the WNBA
Kemba Walker on his injury recovery and Celtics’ team chemistry
UConn baseball product Anthony Kay makes Blue Jays’ Opening Day roster
A slew of former Huskies make ESPN’s top 25 WNBA players under 25
Rudy Gay’s size and experience will be pivotal to Spurs’ playoff hopes
UConn tops list of colleges with the most players in the WNBA
NY Liberty leaning on “baby vet” Kia Nurse’s leadership in the wubble
Memory Lane
Revisiting the history of UConn sports
Take an in-depth look at the bond between Stanley Robinson and Coach Calhoun
Sticks will stay forever young in the hearts of Huskies fans:
Weekly Fancast
Once UConn sports return, we’ll provide info for the week’s upcoming games in this space. Until then, enjoy some classic recommendations from the vault.
In the first round of the 2009 NCAA tournament, Sticks went off for 24 points on 11-17 shooting as the Huskies mopped the floor with the Chattanooga Mocs, 103-47.
Check out the game highlights below to see his full arsenal on display and CLICK HERE to enjoy the Huskies’ resounding opening-round victory:
In Memoriam:
Celebrating the life of a beloved Husky gone too soon
UConn fans and loved ones of Stanley “Sticks” Robinson took to social media to share their heartbreak over his passing, so much that “RIP Sticks” was trending on Twitter.
Whether they knew him personally or just admired his game from afar, there was no shortage of stories and sentiments shared to honor his life. Here are some of them:
Kemba opened up about the tragic loss of his UConn teammate:
We can all learn a lot from the Robinson Rules:
Sticks bouncing out of this epic poster:
Anthony was the Courant’s beat writer covering the men’s team during this time:
Game recognized game:
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