Lots of teams had a rough season, but UConn and Jim Mora totally killed it! This Saturday, they’re finishing up the season at Fenway Park—the Wasabi Fenway Bowl! The Huskies will be playing with an eight-win record. They started off a bit rocky at 1-2, but they turned things around dramatically, going 7-2 in their last nine games. Now they are set to battle the 6-6 North Carolina Tar Heels at 11 a.m. on ESPN. Let’s take a look at announcers.

No need to stress if you can’t come to the stadium. ESPN has your back. Relax at home and enjoy Chris Cotter, Mark Herzlich and  Coley Harvey from your couches. Cotter will be on play-by-play, keeping you updated on every play and making sure you don’t miss a beat. Joining him in the booth is Mark Herzlich, who’ll provide insightful analysis throughout the game, breaking down the strategies and key moments as they unfold. And let’s not forget about Harvey. He’ll be roaming the sidelines, giving fans the inside scoop with updates and reactions straight from the field.

If you love listening to radio, you can tune into the UConn Sports Network from Learfield. Mike Crispino will provide play-by-play information, with Wayne Norman providing color commentary and Adam Giardino reporting from the sidelines. Coming back to the game, UConn wrapped up their season with a nail-biting victory over UMass, winning 47-42 they have successfully shown resilience throughout the season, and their success marks their first winning season since 2010—a significant achievement for head coach Jim Mora and his squad.

On the flip side, North Carolina has had a rollercoaster of a season. They started strong with three straight wins, but then hit a rough patch, losing four consecutive games. However, they managed to bounce back with three wins to become bowl-eligible before dropping their last two games, including a tough loss to NC State.

This game will mark the fourth meeting between UConn and North Carolina, with the Tar Heels holding a 3-0 all-time series lead. Their last encounter was back in 2009 when UNC edged out UConn with a close score of 12-10. Unfortunately, this time, the story is different.  Moving forward, let’s discuss why UConn has high chance of winning.

Why could the UConn Huskies win in the Wasabi Fenway Bowl?

As the UConn Huskies gear up for their bowl game, fans are buzzing with excitement, and why not? UConn currently ranks 47th in the nation in points per game. Not just that they’ve been quite effective on the ground, ranking 25th in rushing yards. But! their passing game has struggled, coming in at a disappointing 106th. Will their passing game stop them from winning?

Not really! Joe Fagnano will lead the squad. He has been solid under center this season. Fagnano completed 104 of 183 passes for a total of 1,480 yards, throwing 18 touchdowns against just four interceptions. A more interesting fact about him is that he has only been sacked three times all year, showcasing his ability to evade pressure. Then he even added a rushing touchdown to his stats, proving he can make plays with his legs when needed.

Talking about the receiving department, Skyler Bell has been a standout. His stats are equally impressive, with  47 receptions for 785 yards and four touchdowns. Skyler Bell worked on his strength this season and has become Fagnano’s go-to guy.  Now coming to the other side. UConn ranks 55th in opponent points per game and 56th in opponent yards per game. What makes the Huskies stand out is their solid performance against the run. The defense did not disappoint this season, sitting at 41st, but have struggled against the pass, coming in at 76th So as we get ready for kickoff, keep an eye on these key players.