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Geno Auriemma apologizes for ‘uncalled for’ behavior after tense exchange with Dawn Staley
South Carolina coach says she is focused on title game
TL;DR
- Geno Auriemma apologized for his actions during a heated exchange with Dawn Staley after UConn's loss to South Carolina.
- Auriemma stated his behavior was uncalled for and did not want it to detract from South Carolina's victory.
- Dawn Staley expressed she is not distracted by the incident and is focused on winning the national championship.
- The exchange reportedly stemmed from a lack of a traditional pregame handshake, although Staley appeared confused by Auriemma's reaction.
- UConn and South Carolina are scheduled to play each other for the next two years.