
UConn Adds Pegues and McClelland to Coaching Staff for 2026‑27
UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.
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UConn head coach Dan Hurley revealed new additions to his staff, highlighting Pegues' extensive coaching background and McClelland's expertise in athlete development.

UConn announced the hiring of Mike Pegues as an assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College. Pegues joins Dan Hurley’s staff alongside Kimani Young and Mike Nardi, while Justin McClelland takes on a strength‑conditioning role.

Mike Pegues replaces Luke Murray, who departed for Boston College, rounding out a staff that also welcomes Justin McClelland as director of strength and conditioning.

UConn’s men’s basketball program welcomes veteran assistant Mike Pegues and strength specialist Justin McClelland, reinforcing the roster ahead of the upcoming season.

The University of Connecticut announced the hiring of Mike Pegues to fill the assistant coach vacancy left by Luke Murray, who moved to Boston College. Pegues' background, recruiting ties and player‑development skills position him as a key addition for the Huskies' upcoming season.

Mike Pegues, a standout recruiter from the DMV area, has been hired to replace Luke Murray on the UConn men's basketball coaching staff, bringing his proven ability to develop big men and connect with top local talent.

Mike Pegues, a seasoned recruiter with deep ties to the D.C./Maryland/Virginia region, has been hired as an assistant coach at the University of Connecticut, stepping into the role vacated by Luke Murray who moved to Boston College.

Pegues, a longtime collaborator of Luke Murray and a scoring legend from the University of Delaware, is set to bring his experience to the University of Connecticut, where he will work alongside Dan Hurley and the rest of the staff.

The University of Connecticut announced that Mike Pegues, a standout scorer from the University of Delaware and former assistant at Louisville and Butler, will join the program as an assistant coach, succeeding Luke Murray who has taken a head‑coaching position at Boston College.

Duke’s non‑conference slate features marquee matchups that could shape its NCAA title hopes.

Duke’s upcoming season features high‑profile games against Final Four opponents, a demanding stretch of matches, and a deep roster that could prove decisive in the chase for a championship.

CBS Sports' early Big East rankings place UConn at the summit, highlighting a potent backcourt led by Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins while noting frontcourt instability and key transfer additions.

A look at how the latest CBS Sports Top 25 and 1 rankings reflect the impact of key commitments, departures, and transfers across the nation's powerhouse basketball programs.

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Former UConn star Emeka Okafor and his wife Ilana were recognized at the 40th Franciscan Sports Banquet for their contributions to basketball and communications, respectively, highlighting a shared commitment to community service.

From a national championship at UConn to a pivotal role in the NBA Finals, Stephon Castle’s blend of skill, defense and teamwork has captured the attention of fans and analysts alike.

Gerry McNamara, a Syracuse University alumnus and former player, has returned to coach the Orange with a plan to revive the storied rivalry with UConn and push the program back to national prominence.

A look at how the new addition influences the early-season rankings and what it means for the powerhouses heading into next season

UConn will host Michigan on November 6 in Boston, reviving a national‑title showdown and kicking off a schedule packed with blue‑blood opponents.

UConn and Michigan will meet again on Nov. 6 at Boston’s TD Garden, renewing a national‑title rivalry as part of a demanding non‑conference schedule that includes rematches with Illinois, Arizona, Kansas and games against Duke, Ohio State and Virginia.

UConn will meet Michigan on Nov. 6 in Boston as part of the Hall of Fame Series, a game that revisits their 69‑63 championship loss and highlights a revamped Michigan team.

Elmir Džafic, a 7‑foot center from Tinja, Bosnia and Herzegovina, will join the University of Connecticut men’s basketball program next year, adding depth after a promising stint with Arkansas and a strong showing at the 2023 FIBA U18 European Championship.

UConn has secured Elmir Džafić, a 7‑foot center from Bosnia and Herzegovina, via the transfer portal, rounding out a roster that is close to full capacity and poised for another deep run.

UConn begins its summer session on Monday, tackling an ambitious schedule that includes a rematch with Michigan and a gauntlet of top‑ranked opponents, while integrating eight new players and seeking the right lineup to chase a fourth Final Four in five years.