Geno Auriemma Takes Aim at NCAA’s Two-Site Women’s Regions and New Equipment
UConn coach Geno Auriemma criticized the NCAA’s move to a two-site Sweet 16/Elite Eight format for women’s basketball, questioning attendance numbers and logistical decisions that he believes hinder the game’s growth. He also blasted the new rims and basketballs used in the regionals, arguing they affect shooting and practice conditions as teams endure tougher shootarounds before the Elite Eight matchup with Notre Dame.