Liam McNeeley led the Huskies in the NCAA, but his mother stole the show

As Liam McNeeley showcased his skills on the court, his mother became the center of attention, stealing the show with her electrifying presence in the stands.

While Liam McNeeley shined, all eyes were on his mother

During an intense NCAA tournament game, fans and cameras were drawn to more than just Liam McNeeley stellar performance. It wasn’t his 22 points that stole the spotlight on social media, it was the uncontainable energy of his mother, Ashley Elsey, who lived every second of the match with overwhelming passion from the stands.

More than a fan, the star of the stands

The UConn Huskies faced off against the Florida Gators in a nail-biting battle that ended in a heartbreaking defeat for UConn. But as the game unfolded, the TV cameras seemed to have one clear mission, capturing every reaction from Ashley Elsey.

Her boundless excitement, intense gestures, and contagious energy didn’t go unnoticed. While Liam McNeeley fought on the court, his mother cheered, suffered, and celebrated every play as if she were part of the team herself.

Her enthusiasm turned into a spectacle of its own, with CBS cameras constantly cutting to her, and fans flooding social media with comments about her captivating presence.

Social media goes wild over Ashley Elsey

Platforms like X (formerly Twitter) quickly erupted with reactions. “The cameraman just can’t get enough of Liam McNeeley’s mom, and honestly, I get it,” one user wrote. Another joked, “Ashley Elsey has had more screen time than the Florida coach and the cheerleaders combined!”

Some fans even admitted that, despite rooting for Florida, they didn’t mind Liam McNeeley scoring more points, because it meant more shots of his mother’s animated celebrations.