Holtz Starts USC Spring Practice With New Approach
Lou Holtz brings a measured cadence to South Carolina as the Gamecocks begin spring drills. He aims to build confidence and fundamentals, observe quietly at times, and name starters by the end of drills. Key returns include Arturo Freeman while Anthony Wright, Zola Davis, and Jamar Nesbit are out or limited.
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Michigan State Grinds to Midwest Final Four Bid
Michigan State, No. 1 seed in the Midwest, held Oklahoma to 33 percent shooting and four 3-pointers in a 54-46 win to reach the regional final. Spartans extended their streak to 21 victories, with Andre Hutson leading 12 points and notable late free throws sealing the victory.
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Backcourts drive South regional finalists to Final Four
In Knoxville St John’s and Ohio State rely on guards for scoring as Erick Barkley Scoonie Penn and Michael Redd anchor their offenses. Jarvis notes backcourt strength keys their bid to reach the Final Four for St John’s first time since 1985. In Phoenix Gonzaga, a No 10 seed, eyes Connecticut with Calhoun defending the upsets and stressing his program’s progress.
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Clemson Rallies To Reach NIT Semis After Tough ACC Finish
Clemson coach Larry Shyatt endured a topsy turvy first season with the Tigers as they started 11-1, slumped in ACC play, then surged to an 89-69 win over Butler to advance to the NIT semifinals. Senior leaders Terrell McIntyre and Ed Jamison fueled the late surge and a six-game home win streak at Littlejohn Coliseum.
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Clemson and Georgia meet in Lady Tigers Bulldogs NCAA semifinal
Clemson aims to peak as they face Georgia in the NCAA Mideast Regional semifinals. Senior guards Geren and Umoh pace Clemson, while Georgia relies on Miller twins Coco and Kelly in a three guard attack. Tennessee, Virginia Tech, and Duke also feature in regional play as the field advances toward the Final Four.
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