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Danny Hurley - 10 things to know with detail
Danny Hurley is currently the head coach of the University of Connecticut men's basketball team. He took on this role in 2018 after spending six seasons as the head coach of the University of Rhode Island.
Hurley played college basketball at Seton Hall University, where he was a standout point guard. He helped lead the team to the NCAA Tournament in 1992 and 1993.
After college, Hurley played professional basketball overseas before transitioning into coaching. He started his coaching career as an assistant coach at St. Anthony High School in New Jersey, where he eventually became the head coach and led the team to multiple state championships.
Hurley's coaching career also includes stints at Wagner College and the University of Rhode Island before landing at UConn. He is known for his intense coaching style and emphasis on defense and toughness.
Hurley comes from a basketball family. His father, Bob Hurley Sr., is a Hall of Fame high school basketball coach who coached at St. Anthony High School for over 40 years. His brother, Bobby Hurley, is a former NBA player and current head coach at Arizona State University.
Hurley has been named the conference coach of the year multiple times during his coaching career, including in the Atlantic 10 and the American Athletic Conference.
In his first season at UConn, Hurley led the team to a 16-17 record, but he quickly turned things around in his second season, leading the Huskies to a 19-12 record and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament.
Hurley is known for his recruiting prowess and has brought in top talent to UConn, including highly ranked recruits such as James Bouknight and Andre Jackson.
Hurley is married to Andrea Hurley, and the couple has two children together. His wife is also heavily involved in basketball, having played college basketball at Seton Hall University.
Off the court, Hurley is involved in various charitable endeavors and community outreach programs. He is known for his commitment to helping others and making a positive impact in the lives of those around him.