Alumni Day at Hartford Hawks basketball was a time to celebrate “firsts” and “bests.” University of Hartford alumni, Rosen Society, and Founder's Society members turned out to cheer on the Hawks in a men and women's basketball doubleheader against Johnson & Wales on January 31. At halftime of the women’s game, the University celebrated the 20th anniversary of the historic 2005–06 women’s team and its remarkable season.
Another distinguished alum surprised spectators at the men's game. Vin Baker traveled from Boston, where he is an assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks, who were playing the Celtics the next day. To date, Baker remains the greatest men’s basketball player in the University of Hartford’s history.