Edey Wins Back-to-Back AP Player of the Year
Purdue center Zach Edey repeats as AP Player of the Year with 57 of 62 votes, the first back-to-back recipient since Ralph Sampson. The Big Maple led Purdue to its first Final Four since 1980, with coach Matt Painter praised for spotting his talent amid early doubt. Houston coach Kelvin Sampson named AP Coach of the Year after a dominant season culminating in a second consecutive national title bid.
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AP Coach of the Year Sampson repeats across schools
Former Oklahoma and Houston coach Gene Sampson is named AP Coach of the Year for the second time. Lamont Paris earned a distant third with eight votes, while Otzelberger and Sprinkle each notched four. Other names include Wade and Smith recognizing Sampson's sustained standard across teams.
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College stars Clark and Reese could reshape WNBA earnings
Clark and Reese bring high NIL value to the WNBA with projected base salaries around 76 000 for Clark and 70 000 for Reese. Their multi million dollar endorsements from Nike Gatorade State Farm Reebok Coach and Sports Illustrated reflect potential league marketing bonuses up to 500 000. If the new TV deals lift revenue the 2025 contract could boost salaries and bargaining leverage ahead of the 2027 CBA deadline with opt out November 1.
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