Geno Auriemma Becomes NCAA's All-Time Winningest Basketball Coach

The UConn legend secures his 1,217th career victory, surpassing Tara VanDerveer and cementing his legacy in college basketball history.

Geno Auriemma achieved his 1,217th win as UConn defeated Fairleigh Dickinson, making him the all-time leader in NCAA Division I basketball wins across men's and women's programs.
Over 60 former players attended the milestone game, honoring Auriemma's 40-year career that includes 11 national championships and 23 Final Four appearances.
Auriemma's impact extends beyond wins, as players and peers praise his ability to push athletes to their potential while fostering deep personal connections.
His tenure at UConn helped elevate women's basketball, with improved resources, increased visibility, and heightened competition across the sport.
Auriemma's unmatched achievements include six perfect seasons, a 111-game win streak, and coaching 27 All-Americans and five WNBA No. 1 draft picks.