UConn's Auriemma Back at Home After Timeout In Hospital

STORRS, CT - University of Connecticut women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma returned home from an area hospital on Tuesday morning after spending parts of four days battling an undisclosed illness, UConn spokesman Pat McKenna said.

"He is feeling better and enjoying some time with his family," McKenna said. "Coach Auriemma and his family wish to express their appreciation and gratitude to everyone for their thoughts and prayers."

In an effort to respect the Auriemma family’s privacy, UConn will have no further comment, he said.

Auriemma was taken to the hospital Saturday morning, according to a statement released by UConn.

After boarding a plane at Bradley International Airport Saturday morning, Auriemma decided to deplane because he was not feeling well, the statement said. He was brought to the hospital, according to a statement.

Auriemma, 62, led the Huskies to an 11th national title earlier this month, but he missed the UConn victory parade that was celebrated in Hartford on April 10.

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