Geno Auriemma Laughs at 'Underdog' quip

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Geno Auriemma, laugh it up, because UConn as Final Four 'underdog' is a joke

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UConn coach Geno Auriemma : "I'm still shocked over the words underdogs,’ and UConn ’ coming out of your mouth at the same time" The idea of a pesky, plucky UConn sneaking its way into the NCAA Tournament semifinals is a joke.

Paige Bueckers and Sarah Strong played lights out against USC , but, hey, the Huskies are a mere 2 -seed, right? UConn must counter with a 6 -foot-7 center who rules the paint.

That’s an impressive list, but the Huskies haven’t won a national championship in nine years . This is little ol’ UConn we’re talking about! Not a mighty No. 1 seed, but a nothing-to-see-here No. 2 seed. And if that sounds funny to you, well, you’re not the only one. If I were Auriemma , I’d be chuckling, too. UConn , an underdog? Yeah, that’s a joke..

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