On January 3, 2020, the UConn women’s basketball boneyard team will travel to South Bend, Indiana, to take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. This game has been dubbed the “Boneyard Game” by UConn head coach Geno Auriemma, and for good reason. The Boneyard is the nickname for Notre Dame’s home court, the Purcell Pavilion. It’s one of the toughest places to play in all of college basketball, and the Irish have had a lot of success there over the years. This will be a tough test for the Huskies, but one that they are definitely up for. Here’s everything you need to know about the Boneyard Game.
What is the Boneyard Game?
The Boneyard Game is a game played by the UConn Women’s Basketball team. It is a game where the team tries to score as many points as possible in a limited amount of time. The team that scores the most points in the end, wins the game.
The History of the Boneyard Game
The history of the Boneyard game dates back to the early days of the UConn women’s basketball program. The game was originally played as a way for the team to stay in shape during the off-season. It is a full-court game that is played with two teams of five players each. The object of the game is to score as many points as possible within a given time limit. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
The Boneyard game was created by then-UConn head coach Geno Auriemma and his assistant coaches. It is named after the street that runs through the UConn campus, which is known for its many student bars and nightclubs. The Boneyard game has been played every year since its inception, and has become an important part of UConn women’s basketball history.
How to Play the Boneyard Game
In order to play the Boneyard game, first, divide the court into two sections with a line down the middle. Each team will have their own “boneyard” on one side of the line. The object of the game is to get all of your team’s bones into the other team’s boneyard.
To start, each team will place five bones (rocks or pieces of candy work well) in their own boneyard. Then, one player from each team will stand at the free throw line and shoot a free throw. If they make it, their team gets to take a bone from the other team’s boneyard and put it in their own. If they miss, nothing happens.
The game continues like this until one team has no more bones in their boneyard. The first team to do this wins!
The Rules of the Boneyard Game
The Boneyard Game is a game that the UConn women’s basketball team plays to keep themselves sharp and ready for game day. The game is played with two teams of five players each, and the object of the game is to score as many points as possible in one minute. The rules are simple: each team has one minute to score as many points as possible, and the team with the most points at the end of the game wins.
To score points, the team must shoot the ball through the hoop from anywhere on the court. The team can also score points by grabbing rebounds and making layups. If a team member makes a shot, she gets two points; if she grabs a rebound and scores a layup, she gets four points.
The Boneyard Game is a great way for the team to stay sharp and focused while having some fun. It’s also a good way for them to bond with each other and build team unity.
What does this game mean for the future of UConn Women’s Basketball?
The Boneyard Game is the final game of the regular season for the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team. The game is played against their longtime rivals, the University of Notre Dame. It is a tradition that began in 1995, when UConn first joined the Big East Conference.
The game is always played on the last day of the regular season and is considered to be one of the most important games of the year. The winner receives a trophy in the shape of a graveyard and the loser has to wear black jerseys for the next season.
This year, the Boneyard Game was even more important than usual. Notre Dame had beaten UConn earlier in the season, which ended UConn’s 111-game winning streak. This meant that UConn was determined to win the Boneyard Game and take back their title as best team in the conference.
UConn did end up winning the game, making them once again the champions of the Big East Conference. This win also secured their spot in the NCAA Tournament, where they will have a chance to defend their National Championship title.
What does this game mean for future of UConn Women’s Basketball? It means that they are still one of top teams in country and will be a force to be reckoned with in NCAA Tournament. It also cements their rivalry with Notre Dame as one of best rivalries college basketball.
How did the UConn Women’s Basketball team fare in the Boneyard Game?
The UConn Women’s Basketball team played their first ever “Boneyard Game” on February 11, 2020 against the University of South Florida. The game was played in Storrs, Connecticut at the Gampel Pavilion. The Huskies won the game by a score of 66-61.
This win marked the Huskies’ 28th consecutive win, which extends their NCAA record for the most consecutive wins by a Division I women’s basketball team. It was also their 166th consecutive win against unranked opponents, dating back to 2007.
The Boneyard Game got its name from the fact that it was originally scheduled to be played at USF’s home court, the Sun Dome, but due to schedule changes, it was moved to UConn’s home court instead. Despite being the away team, USF still had a large and vocal contingent of fans in attendance, which contributed to the electric atmosphere.
UConn got off to a slow start and found themselves down by as many as 10 points in the first quarter. They were able to fight back and take a slim lead into halftime. In the second half, both teams traded leads several times before UConn was finally able to pull away late in the fourth quarter and seal the victory.
A’ja Wilson led the way for UConn with 23 points and 11 rebounds, while Megan Walker chipped in 16 points. For USF, Kitija Laksa scored a game-high 24
Conclusion
The Boneyard game is a great way for the UConn women’s basketball team to get some extra practice in. It also helps them bond as a team and build team morale. We hope that you enjoyed reading about this unique game and that you’ll consider giving it a try with your own team.
