Delaware and Hartford are tied for the most appearances in the conference tournament, with both appearing in five of the six tournaments that have been held. Delaware failed to make the conference tournament last year for the first time since its inception in 1994. Hartford failed to make the tournament in 1996. Delaware and Hartford will meet for the fourth time in the conference tournament. Hartford has won all three meetings between the two teams.
Today is the second time the teams have met in the semifinal round.
Delaware in the Postseason Delaware will be making a return to the conference tournament today after a one-year absence. The Blue Hens missed the America East Tournament last year for the first time since its inception in 1994. Delaware is 2-4 in conference tournament play. Looking for a Change Delaware will look for a change of luck today. Hartford leads the overall series, 11-1.