UConn's Karaban: A Champion's Farewell

0:00Yukon's run for a Thursday title came up short in the national championship, falling to Michigan 69-63 on April 6th in the Annapolis. Senior Captain Alex Caravan played every one of those 40 minutes, dropping 17 points and grabbing 11 boards in his final college game. Coach Dan Hurley stuck with his star from tip to buzzer, calling it the right way to send off the guy who became the face of the program's golden era. Michigan had been torching teams with 90 plus points in the tournament, but Yukon slowed them down, forcing a grind, despite foul trouble. Side-mining key players like their point guard, teammates couldn't hold back the tears, hailing Caravan as a leader who showed up every day, win or lose. Freshman Braylon Mullins credited him for sharpening his game, while Center Terrace Reed called him the most passionate competitor they'd known. Heart of a true champion. Caravan grew from a shy freshman into Yukon's winning his player over four years, passing on the NBA draft early to chase this dream.

1:01Now at 23, he's ready for Pro Ball, where some team will snag a battle-tested Ford with ice in his veins. That last desperate shot from Caravan rimmed out, but the fight he poured into every second cemented his icon status forever. Yukon prides swelling even, as the pain fades. Stay in form with Hartford News today, AI-powered updates.