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Football: Huskies Blue/White Showcase Spring Game

The UConn Huskies came out with a new look and a new attitude as they enter the new era of football under Head Coach Jim Mora.

Zack Patraw

Football: Huskies Blue/White Showcase Spring Game
Football: Huskies Blue/White Showcase Spring Game /

There were nearly 3,000 fans in attendance that got a look at what the new-look Huskies are about. Head Coach Jim Mora is on a mission to turn this team around, and we got a look at what the team has in store for the future as they showcased their talents under the lights at Morrone Stadium Friday night. 

When asked about the performance on Friday, UConn coach Jim Mora said: "I've had more fun with this team than any team I've ever coached," 

"There is zero entitlement on this team," Mora added. "Everybody on this team, everybody in this building, is willing to work for it and that's a nice thing when no one expects it to be given to them. I told the guys a couple of weeks ago, 'I've never been around a group that is more willing to work for it than you guys are.' And that is really refreshing. Really refreshing."

"The most important thing I've learned is their willingness to do what it takes to be a good football team," Mora said. "Their attitude is outstanding, their work ethic is outstanding, the way they talk to each other is outstanding, the culture we're building is really good."

Mora also added: "It's just awesome being out here. It's a great environment and I know our players are loving it. We're a little sloppy and I think we're a little nervous. It's a good thing we're doing this. We'll do it several more times – dress rehearsals."

Mora talked about the tasks he and his staff face: "We have a ton of work to do, developing the players we have, recruiting more talent and developing them," he said, "but I haven't had one single moment when I'm not having fun and I think the future is very bright."

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Zack Patraw
ZACK PATRAW

The President of The NFL Draft Bible on Sports Illustrated. Zack has a passion for covering NFL Draft prospects and evaluating talent. He also loves designing websites. His career in writing started with covering content for FFD260, mainly fantasy football. He has covered the Vikings for The Last Word on Sports and The Viking Age. Zack started the website The Dynasty Draft Room where his career started in designing websites, editing content, running the entire website, and covering NFL Draft prospects. Zack was introduced to Ric Serritella, the CEO for The NFL Draft Bible and The Dynasty Draft Room partnered up to become one team. Zack resides in Minnesota with his beautiful wife and three kids. Trey loves playing football and going hunting. Ella loves getting dressed up and loves animals. Meelah loves hanging out with Dad while he works and listening/singing to music.

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