UConn and UMass faced off for the first time with a trophy sponsored by an NIL collective, symbolizing the significance of their longstanding rivalry.
The Southwick Jug, designed by UMass' Midnight Ride Collective, incorporates local elements, with a the antique bean crock representing Massachusetts and two oaks for Connecticut.
Despite winning the inaugural Southwick Jug trophy, UConn players did not receive it postgame, as the presentation was left to UMass.
UConn's coach Jim Mora expressed a desire to have the trophy, highlighting the competitive spirit and significance of the event in the teams' rivalry.
Collection
[
|
...
]