Paige Bueckers, the dynamic guard for the UConn Huskies, and Tina Charles, a legendary former UConn star and WNBA MVP, recently shared a touching moment in Connecticut. The encounter, captured on video, highlights the enduring bond between generations of UConn women’s basketball players.
Tina Charles Joins Paige Bueckers’ Autograph Session: A UConn Family Moment
A recent tweet from the WNBA’s official account showcased a memorable scene: Tina Charles, one of UConn’s all-time greats, joined Paige Bueckers during an autograph session in Connecticut.
Past, present, new, old.. it doesn’t matter @UConnWBB always stick together 🫂
Ya gotta love it, Tina Charles wants in on Paige Bueckers autograph session in Connecticut 😂 pic.twitter.com/gtZX9XpyK3
— WNBA (@WNBA) May 27, 2025
The video accompanying the tweet captured the lighthearted exchange, with Charles playfully asking for Bueckers’ autograph, delighting fans and underscoring the unity within the UConn basketball community.
Soon, fans and former players expressed their happiness at seeing such friendship between two standout players from the program. It wasn’t just a fun time; it showed the impact UConn women’s basketball has made over its history.
The bond between Charles and Bueckers really shows how good UConn is at developing talent and keeping their alumni close. Bueckers is definitely representing the new generation of UConn greatness—her Superfractor Autograph card just sold for $32,000, which is actually more than cards from WNBA legends like Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi.
Meanwhile, Charles brings all that experience and those achievements that make up UConn’s incredible legacy, and now Bueckers is becoming part of that same tradition. Seeing them together really reminds you of how UConn builds these lasting relationships and creates such a strong culture. That’s been a huge part of why they’ve been able to win 12 NCAA Division I National Championships—it’s not just about the basketball, it’s about the family they build.
Fans absolutely loved seeing Bueckers and Charles together at that Connecticut autograph session, and you could tell people really appreciated getting a glimpse of UConn’s supportive culture.
League so welcoming to rookies this year 👀
— Jenny O (@jortizie93) May 27, 2025
One fan commented, “League so welcoming to rookies this year,” which shows people are noticing how the WNBA seems to be creating a really nurturing environment for new players like Bueckers.
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Still, there were some playful notes; one user countered the WNBA’s message by pointing out that Tina isn’t “old” and added their own humorous comment. People made comments that clearly expressed respect for the supportive league and their fellow fans.
Overall, the way Paige Bueckers and Tina Charles connected at the autograph session highlights how close the players feel at UConn. It demonstrates how the program has remained influential with its players and fans, no matter the outside obstacles.
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