UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday and is isolating at his home, the school announced on Monday.
He is not experiencing any symptoms.
News of Auriemma's announcement comes just hours before UConn (24-1) is expected to be named a No. 1 seed in the NCAA women's basketball tournament. The school is scheduled to depart for San Antonio on Tuesday morning.
"I'm feeling well but disappointed that I will be away from the team for the next several days," Auriemma said in a statement. "Fortunately, I have a great coaching staff who will lead us during my absence.