Minnesota fires Tubby Smith after NCAA loss
Minnesota Athletics director Norwood Teague announces the firing of Tubby Smith after the Gophers’ NCAA tournament exit to Florida. Smith leaves with a 124-81 record across six seasons and three NCAA appearances, citing a need for a fresh set of eyes and facility upgrades at Williams Arena.
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FGCU Eyes Sweet 16 After Historic NCAA Run
FGCU, 26-10 overall and 13-5 in the Atlantic Sun, rides momentum as a 15th seed in the South Regional. Fans line up for gear and tickets while coach Andy Enfield notes national attention on a school with a 16 year history. The Eagles defeated Georgetown and San Diego State to reach the Friday South Regional semifinal against Florida.
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Pacers Head to Louisville for Elite Eight Trip
USCA coach Alexander leads the Pacers toward the Elite Eight with a 23 5 mark since a December loss. Athletic director Randy Warrick and communications chief Brian Hand coordinate travel and events including a Churchill Downs banquet and a community service project as the team prepares for a possible Final Four run. Local fans like Rick and Gail Doran plan to attend, supporting a 550 mile journey to Freedom Hall.
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UConn advances to Sweet 16 with 77 44 win over Vanderbilt
Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis leads UConn with 22 points as the top-seeded Huskies roll past Vanderbilt 77 44 to reach the regional semifinals in the Bridgeport Regional. Breanna Stewart adds 14 points Stefanie Dolson 12 and nine rebounds for Connecticut which aims for a sixth straight Final Four. Vanderbilt’s Tiffany Clarke has 16 in the loss.
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