UConn To Host Open Practice On August 3 at Gampel
Come check out the 2024-25 Huskies for the first time in person!
The back-to-back defending champion UConn men's basketball will host a team workout that is free to the public on Saturday, August 3rd at Gampel Pavilion. Claim your ticket for admission at the link HERE.
Doors will open at 10 a.m. at the East and South entrances. The workout will begin around 11 a.m. and will last approximately one hour.
Please note - there will also be an exciting NIL event announcement for that day as well. Stay tuned!
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