UConn players navigate Ramadan fast during Final Four

Adama Sanogo, Samson Johnson and Hassan Diarra all observe Ramadan and began a strict fast from dawn until sunset daily starting March 22 until April 20.

HOUSTON — For UConn players Adama Sanogo, Samson Johnson and Hassan Diarra, a traditional pregame meal before Saturday night’s Final Four matchup against Miami won’t be possible.

The three are Muslims who observe Ramadan and began a strict fast from dawn until sunset daily starting March 22 and continuing through April 20. Ramadan is the Muslim holy month and is a time of deep spiritual discipline and contemplation of one’s relationship with God.

With the sun setting in

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