Geno Auriemma apologizes for behavior after heated exchange with Dawn Staley
UConn coach Geno Auriemma apologized for his behavior after a heated exchange with South Carolina coach Dawn Staley following the Huskies' Final Four loss. The exchange occurred when Auriemma approached Staley to complain about her not shaking his hand during pregame introductions, leading to a tense confrontation.
UConn coach Geno Auriemma apologized for his behavior after a heated exchange with South Carolina coach Dawn Staley. The incident occurred at the end of the Huskies' 62-48 Final Four loss. Auriemma complained about Staley not shaking his hand during pregame introductions. The two coaches had a tense confrontation, which was diffused by referees and assistant coaches. Auriemma later apologized for his actions, stating they were uncalled for. South Carolina will play UCLA for the title on Sunday.
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