Dan Hurley suggests UConn-Duke basketball game at the White House
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
UConn head coach Dan Hurley proposed a potential college basketball game between UConn and Duke at the White House while attending the UFC Freedom 250 event. Hurley expressed enthusiasm for the matchup when asked by a reporter, indicating his interest in participating. Both programs have significant basketball histories and could attract attention if the game takes place at such a prestigious venue.
- •Dan Hurley calls for UConn to face Duke at the White House.
- •Proposal arises during UFC Freedom 250 event.
- •Hurley shows interest in coaching the game.
- •Both teams have rich basketball legacies.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Hurley calls for Duke vs. UConn matchup at the White House
"UConn head coach Dan Hurley teased the idea of facing Jon Scheyer and Duke for a basketball game at the White House.
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