Greatest Streak of All Time?

A streak is an achievement longed for in all sports, a sort of Holy Grail for players and managers. It brings with it a satisfaction in knowing that you are dominant, a level above the other competition around you and that the hours of training and hard work are worth it.

But what is the greatest streak of all time?

Is it the New York Yankess post season streak? 11 straight post season series wins from 1998 till now.

Is it the Boston Celtics 8 consecutive NBA titles from 1959-1966? Not as many teams in the playoff but does that really matter? 8 years of domination says no.

Maybe the 1972 Miami Dolphins? The first undefeated season with the team going 17-0. No last minute loss due to a field goal, no dip in form that allowed a team to steal a win, no resting players once they were guaranteed playoff football. Just consistent domination culminating in a Super Bowl win.

But here's the thing, could it be Connecticut's women's basketball team, with a streak that got me debating the best of all time. The Huskies, as they are known (honestly) have advanced to the Final Four of the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) for the 8th time since 2000. Their win streak now stretches to 76 games! Yes, 76 games without losing.

That is an astonishing achievement, regardless of the level of sport. There is no sexism intended here but the level of Women's College basketball compared to the level of the other competitions in the streaks mentioned above is a mismatch. Still, 76 games is complete domination. Put that in footballing terms in the Premier League. That is a team winning every game in the league for two years straight.

The worrying thing for the other colleges around America? They don't seem to show any sign of slowing up.