A year after Apple TV+ dropped the mic with In the Moment, the four-part docuseries chronicling the UConn Huskies’ 2024 - 25 championship run remains essential viewing. The confetti has long since settled, but one of the sport’s most iconic voices can’t stop thinking about a single, goosebump-inducing scene. We’re talking, of course, about Rebecca Lobo. The 1995 national champion and ESPN/ABC analyst didn’t just watch the series - she lived it as a featured voice. When we caught up with the buzz around the premiere, Lobo revealed the one moment that transcends the trophy lifts. Spoiler alert: it involves ABBA, Paige Bueckers, and zero media in sight. Here’s why her favorite slice of the series is the most authentic sports footage you’ll ever see.
The Scene That Stopped Her: A Final Four Locker Room Like No Other
Lobo’s favorite moment lands in Episode 3, and it’s not a game-winning shot. It’s the aftermath of UConn’s Final Four victory over UCLA on April 4, 2025. Forget the post-game press conferences and the polished interviews - this is the raw, unfiltered explosion of joy that happens when the cameras are supposed to be off. Lobo told The Athletic that the footage of the Huskies celebrating in the locker room is "the most authentic sports footage" she has ever seen committed to film. The key? The team had no idea the moment would become the heart of the doc. They were just being kids, soaking in the magnitude of the moment without a single filter.
📊 35 - 3 record, 12th national title, #1 overall pick - In the Moment captures the full weight of UConn's historic 2024 - 25 season, and Lobo says the locker room scene is the emotional peak of it all.
Why “Dancing Queen” Hits Different
Here’s the kicker that made Lobo’s eyes light up: the cameras captured the entire squad belting out ABBA’s "Dancing Queen." No media, no coaches' speeches, just pure, unscripted chaos. Lobo described it as "pure and perfect." In a world of manufactured content, this was a rare glimpse of genuine emotion - the kind that reminds you why we fall in love with sports in the first place. For a player who won a title at UConn back in 1995, Lobo knows championship DNA when she sees it. Seeing Bueckers and the crew lose themselves in that moment? That’s the real trophy.
The Bueckers Factor: A Final Chapter Forged in Emotion
You can’t talk about In the Moment without talking about Paige Bueckers, and Lobo’s favorite episode leans heavily into the superstar’s emotional farewell. The series doesn’t shy away from the weight of her final season - the 35 - 3 record, the eventual 12th national title, and the pressure of being the #1 overall pick (hello, Dallas Wings). But Lobo specifically highlighted how the docuseries captures Bueckers' vulnerability in that final-game footage. It’s not just about the stats; it’s about the tears, the hugs, and the unspoken understanding that a legacy was being cemented in real-time. For Lobo, that human element elevates the series from a highlight reel to a time capsule.
| Metric | Number |
|---|---|
| Overall Record | 35 - 3 |
| National Championships | 12th |
| Final Four Opponent | UCLA |
| Bueckers Draft Position | #1 overall (Dallas Wings) |
📊 Episode 3's locker room scene - Lobo calls it "the most authentic sports footage" she's ever seen, with the team unknowingly captured singing ABBA with zero media presence.
Still Streaming, Still Essential: Why You Need to Press Play
Here’s the truth: as of today, there’s no breaking news from Lobo about the series - no 2026 award circuit speeches, no fresh press junkets. All her gold-medal commentary traces back to the August 2025 promotional cycle. But that doesn’t make it any less relevant. In the Moment is still live on Apple TV+ (that’s $9.99/month for the full four-episode ride), and it’s a masterclass in sports storytelling. If you haven’t watched it yet, or if you need a rewatch before college hoops season tips off, queue up Episode 3. Find the "Dancing Queen" scene, turn up the volume, and try not to smile. Lobo says it’s perfection - and honestly, she’s never been wrong.
