UConn Wins Title as Bueckers Seals Huskies’ Championship
UConn clinched the NCAA women’s basketball title in Florida led by Paige Bueckers, with Olivia Fudd and Caroline Strong strong in the final blow after a dominant run. The victory adds to UConn’s storied era of championships, past stars like Bird, Taurasi, Moore, and Stewart watching. Dawn Staley’s South Carolina fell short while Kim Mulkey’s LSU era looms.
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ISU Bell follows Darren Porter path to NFL potential
ISU cornerback Bell, a transfer to Iowa State, shows rapid growth in practice and draws high praise from coach Hank Poteat who compares him to former Cyclone Darren Porter. Bell aims to develop ball skills, learn from Porter, and emerge as a key defensive back for the Cyclones this season.
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Duke Falls Short in Final Four. Houston Stuns Duke 70-67
Duke led by 14 with 8 1/2 minutes left but faded as Houston rode relentless defense to a 70-67 win in the Final Four. Coach Jon Scheyer's bid for a sixth title ends as star Cooper Flagg and Tyrese Proctor miss late shots. Houston advances to the title game against Florida at the Alamodome.
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