Hartford Goes Red for the Hawks

March 19, 2021

Submitted By: Office of Marketing and Communication

photo of red lights in downtown hartford — Hartford turned red for the Hawks

a photo of the UHart flag at city hall — The UHart flag is up at city hall

Hartford is rooting for the Hawks! The lights of many downtown buildings turned red on March 18 and 19 in support of the Men's Basketball Team and the University. In addition, the University flag is now flying in front of City Hall.

Inspired by the success of the University of Hartford men's basketball team earning their first-ever NCAA Tournament bid, the Hartford Chamber of Commerce coordinated with the city of Hartford, The Hartford BID, and several property owners in downtown to show hometown Hartford spirit.

In West Hartford, the sign on Park Rd. welcoming drivers to town now includes a congratulatory message for the Hawks.