Connecticut Sun Bring the Energy to Donny's Dash Run and HealthWalk

The Connecticut Sun traded the hardwood for the running track this week, and they brought their signature spark with them.

Aug 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Connecticut Sun players celebrate teams win against the Chicago Sky in a WNBA game at Wintrust Arena. Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images / Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

The Connecticut Sun traded the hardwood for the running track this week, and they brought their signature spark with them.

At the 2025 Donny’s Dash 5k Run & HealthWalk, the Sun once again showed why they’re one of the WNBA’s most community-driven franchises, sponsoring the CT Sun Kids’ Fun Run for the fourth consecutive year. The event was documented by Sun writer Gabby Alfveby of The IX Basketball.

Hosted by UConn legend Donny Marshall, the annual event has become a staple in Connecticut’s sports and wellness scene, blending fitness, family, and local pride. But this year’s edition had an extra jolt of energy, thanks to the Sun’s front office and roster.  

Morgan Tuck and Saniya Rivers Step Up

Today the CT Sun sponsored the CT Sun Kids’ Fun Run for the fourth time at the 2025 Donny’s Dash 5K Run & HealthWalk

Sun GM Morgan Tuck and guard Saniya Rivers showed OUT for the community volunteering and cheering on participants

The event was hosted by UConn legend Donny… pic.twitter.com/bQHMiIc2me

— Gabby Alfveby (@gabbyalfveby) October 25, 2025

Sun general manager Morgan Tuck, also a former UConn Huskie and WNBA standout, joined guard Saniya Rivers in volunteering, cheering, and celebrating alongside young athletes. From pep talks to post-race high fives, the duo embodied the spirit of a team that understands its platform extends far beyond the game.

“Events like this are why community matters,” Tuck stated. “It’s about inspiring kids to stay active, chase goals, and see that being part of something bigger — whether it’s a team or a cause — can be powerful.”

Rivers, one of the league’s rising stars, echoed the GM’s message with a smile that matched the sunshine.

"But I think the athletes that you just mentioned, they both use their sport, and they use the platform that they get through that sport to be able to amplify their voice," she continued.

For the Sun, who’ve built a reputation for consistency on the court and connection off it. The Kids’ Fun Run has evolved into more than just a sponsorship; it’s a statement. Each year, they invest in the same values that fuel their success: teamwork, perseverance, and giving back.

The presence of current players and management brought two generations of Connecticut hoops excellence together. The cheers that echoed across the finish line weren’t just for the runners. They were for a community rallying around health, hope, and hometown heroes. 

As the sneakers cooled and banners came down, one thing was clear: the Connecticut Sun continue to lead by example. They continue to prove that their biggest victories aren’t always measured by wins and losses, but by the lives they touch. 

The Sun is also dealing with potential ownership issues. The Mohegan Tribe, which owns the team, has entertained majority and minority ownership offers from a current NBA minority team owner, a former owner of the Milwaukee Bucks and the league, which intended to pass the team to Houston. The state of Connecticut wants to keep the team in the state, to the point where it is willing to invest part of its pension fund in the franchise.

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