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...you probably haven't heard much of anything about UConn closing in on UCLA's streak yet. To...

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...you probably haven't heard much of anything about UConn closing in on UCLA's streak yet. To date, there's been a stunning lack of interest from the mainstream sports media concerning one of the great athletic feats of our time: winning 87 consecutive college basketball games since 2008. Basketball fans who follow the game closely — men, especially — are stumped when you ask them what important event is happening this week. Try it for yourself and see.

From Where's the buzz over UConn women's winning streak? - Christine Brennan, USATODAY.com As Brennan (and others) also note, the game is on ESPN U, which I have never had at any place of residence. An interesting context for history to be made in.