The headline of the year for UConn in the 2020-2021 season is, of course, the return to the Big East. However, the tale of Isaiah Whaley may be the most intriguing individual storyline of the year for UConn fans.
Isaiah Whaley, a man of many nicknames. As UConn makes its highly anticipated return to the Big East, Isaiah Whaley (affectionately referred to as “The Wrench” by UConn fans) has the potential to cement his place in UConn history. Whaley, a rather unheralded 3-star recruit coming out of high school, is now poised to help bring UConn back to national relevance.