UConn's Dan Hurley regrets postgame remarks about officiating

UConn coach Dan Hurley expressed regret over his postgame comments made after the Huskies' NCAA Tournament loss to Florida. Caught on camera, he used profanity while criticizing the officiating after UConn's 77-75 defeat, which ended their chance for a third straight national title. Hurley clarified that he respects the referees involved in the game. He noted that his remarks came in a stressful moment and suggested that a private area near the locker rooms should not host camera footage. He reflected that people should focus on UConn's past successes instead. Additionally, the incident involved UConn's sports information director, Bobby Mullen, who was criticized for his reaction to a media member capturing the footage. Hurley acknowledged that Mullen’s response was inappropriate and stated he feels responsible for the situation escalating. Hurley has had other notable incidents this season, including complaints about officiating and exchanges with fans. He recognized these moments as mistakes and expressed a desire to manage his emotions better in the future while remaining committed to his competitive coaching style.