VAST VIEW UConn Gets Injury Scare Relief: All Three Hurt Stars Set for Season Opener
Geno Auriemma says Blanca Quinonez, Marine Dursus and Morgan Cheli are all expected to suit up when UConn women's basketball tips off its season against Cornell on Monday.
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UConn women's basketball is set to enter its season opener at full strength, according to Yahoo Sports. Head coach Geno Auriemma said he expects three players who had been dealing with injuries, Blanca Quinonez, Marine Dursus and Morgan Cheli, to all be available for Monday's matchup against Cornell.
The update offers a boost for the Huskies heading into the new campaign, easing earlier concerns about depth and health just as the team prepares to open its schedule. No further details on the nature or severity of the injuries were included in the report.
Fans will get their first look at the full roster in action when UConn hosts Cornell to kick off the season.
Sources: Yahoo Sports
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