On this episode of  @LockedOnUConn  Mark Zanetto interviews the Great Ricky Moore! They talk about his freshman year/defensive prowess, and why he fit that role, plus a fun 3rd segment of questions as Ricky plays, "Who do you want"

Highlights:

Introduction of Ricky Moore: Career overview and achievements at UConn.

Freshman Year Insights: Adjusting to college basketball, joining a team with stars like Ray Allen.

Big East Tournament 1996: Ricky's memorable confidence against Allen Iverson.

1998-99 Season: Recognizing the team's special potential.

Defensive Highlights: Shutting down key players in crucial games.

Memorable Moments: Final Four 1999, leadership, and favorite team memories.

Fun Segment: Discussing team rituals, music choices, and personal anecdotes.

Show Notes

Intro:

Time Stamp: 10:16 - 19:28

"Are you ready to go back to 1995?" The host teases a trip down memory lane with Ricky Moore.

Opening Remarks:

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Guest Introduction:

Ricky Moore's impressive career at UConn and professional stints in Europe and the CBA/NBA Developmental League.

Achievements include being part of UConn's 1999 NCAA Championship team and numerous defensive accolades.

Segment 1:

Freshman Year: Joining UConn with Rashamel Jones and Antric Klaiber.

1996 Big East Tournament: Ricky's memorable confidence against Allen Iverson and where it stemmed from.

1998-99 Season: Realizing the team's potential and journey to the NCAA Championship.

Segment 2:

1999 Final Four: Ricky's halftime "eruption" against Ohio State and defensive strategy.

Defensive Excellence: Holding key players like Scoonie Penn and Trajan Langdon in check.

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Segment 3:

Personal Insights: The story behind the DMX song "Ruff Ryders Anthem" as a team ritual.

Fun Questions: Who Ricky would like to face and other light-hearted topics.