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Syracuse Coach Calls UConn Matchup a "Personal Attack"

3/24/2026

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Felisha Legette-Jack, Syracuse University women's basketball coach, criticized the NCAA selection committee for pitting Syracuse against UConn in the NCAA Tournament.
After the 98-45 loss to UConn, she described the matchup as a "personal attack."
She argued that Syracuse deserves better placement based on their performance.
Legette-Jack noted Syracuse has faced UConn in both NCAA appearances during her tenure.
The NCAA bracket decisions often consider geographic proximity to save travel costs.

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Felisha Legette-Jack, Syracuse University women's basketball coach, criticized the NCAA selection committee for pitting Syracuse against UConn in the NCAA Tournament.
After the 98-45 loss to UConn, she described the matchup as a "personal attack."
She argued that Syracuse deserves better placement based on their performance.
Legette-Jack noted Syracuse has faced UConn in both NCAA appearances during her tenure.
The NCAA bracket decisions often consider geographic proximity to save travel costs.