Introduction
Boston College (BC) and the University of Connecticut (UConn) are two of the most storied programs in college basketball history. Both schools have won multiple national championships and have produced some of the greatest players in the game. In recent years, the two teams have faced off in some of the most memorable games in the sport.

Head-to-Head Record
BC and UConn have met 137 times, with UConn holding a 93-44 advantage. The Huskies have won 11 of the last 13 meetings, including the last six.
Notable Games
Some of the most notable games in the BC-UConn rivalry include:
- 1978 NCAA Tournament: UConn defeated BC 93-83 in the Elite Eight, en route to their first national championship.
- 1990 NCAA Tournament: BC defeated UConn 99-87 in the second round, marking the Eagles’ first NCAA Tournament victory over the Huskies.
- 2003 Big East Tournament: UConn defeated BC 97-82 in the championship game, completing their run to a perfect season.
- 2011 NCAA Tournament: UConn defeated BC 75-62 in the Sweet 16, en route to their second national championship in three years.
Key Players
Some of the key players in the BC-UConn rivalry include:
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BC:
- Jerome Robinson
- Ky Bowman
- Jay Heath
- Jared Dudley
- Dennis Clifford
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UConn:
- Paige Bueckers
- Aaliyah Edwards
- Nika Muhl
- Christyn Williams
- Olivia Nelson-Ododa
Coaching Comparison
The head coaches of BC and UConn are both considered to be among the best in the country.
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BC: Earl Grant
- Overall record: 124-103
- NCAA Tournament appearances: 4
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UConn: Geno Auriemma
- Overall record: 1,124-144
- NCAA Tournament appearances: 38
- National championships: 11
Recent Results
In recent years, UConn has been the more dominant team in the rivalry. The Huskies have won the last six meetings, including a 95-88 victory in the 2022 Big East Tournament.
Future Outlook
The BC-UConn rivalry is one of the most intense in college basketball. Both teams are expected to be competitive in the years to come, and the games between them are sure to be exciting.
Data Tables
Game Results
Year | Winner | Score |
---|---|---|
1978 | UConn | 93-83 |
1990 | BC | 99-87 |
2003 | UConn | 97-82 |
2011 | UConn | 75-62 |
2022 | UConn | 95-88 |
Head-to-Head Record
Team | Wins | Losses |
---|---|---|
BC | 44 | 93 |
UConn | 93 | 44 |
Key Players
Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
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Jerome Robinson | BC | 15.9 | 4.3 | 3.2 |
Ky Bowman | BC | 14.9 | 4.4 | 3.6 |
Jay Heath | BC | 13.2 | 4.1 | 2.9 |
Jared Dudley | BC | 12.1 | 6.6 | 2.1 |
Dennis Clifford | BC | 10.4 | 6.4 | 1.5 |
Coaching Comparison
Coach | Team | Overall Record | NCAA Tournament Appearances | National Championships |
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Earl Grant | BC | 124-103 | 4 | 0 |
Geno Auriemma | UConn | 1,124-144 | 38 | 11 |