Phil Martelli Jr, Geno Auriemma Have Decades-Long Bond

The names “Auriemma” and “Martelli” are among the biggest in college basketball.

Earlier this week at the AMP, branches of those families had a chance to reconnect.

UConn head women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma and Bryant head men’s basketball coach Phil Martelli Jr. have a bond that goes beyond hoops.