The 2020 Tokyo Olympics officially begin on Friday, July 23. Starting with the Opening Ceremony, where Sue Bird is the US flag bearer, UConn will have a sizable presence throughout the games over the next two weeks. In total, 14 athletes will represent six different countries in five different events.
Women’s Soccer
Steph Labbé — Canada
The tournament has already begun for Labbé and Canada with a 1-1 draw against host Japan on Wednesday. Now in her second Olympics, Labbé got the start in goal for Canada. In the 47th minute, she collided with a Japanese attacker in the box, resulting in a penalty.