Backup clock to be used today Kansas faces NC State in Midwest final
In Kansas City the NCAA Midwest Regional final will use a standby official clock after a timing glitch marred the semifinal. Kansas beat Michigan State 96 86 in overtime as coaches debated the error and its impact on the game.
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NIT coaches defend Final Four status against NCAA glare
Four coaches from Ohio State Florida Wyoming and Louisiana Tech defended the NIT as a prestigious showcase. Ohio State coach Eldon Miller, entering a transition to Northern Iowa, led talks as Florida Wyoming and Louisiana Tech prepared to square off in Madison Square Garden with the winner facing Florida in the title game.
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Duke Faces Navy in East Region Showdown for Final Four Bid
Duke, riding a 19 game win streak as top seed, meets 17th ranked Navy led by 6-11 David Robinson in the NCAA tournament East Regional at Byrne Arena. Robinson anchors Navy with 22.7 points 13.1 rebounds and 6.0 blocks per game as Duke relies on a fierce backcourt and team defense to slow the Middies and reach Dallas Final Four.
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Fogler named Wichita State head coach in public move
Eddie Fogler, longtime Smith associate and North Carolina assistant, appointed head coach of Wichita State. He vows to mirror the Tar Heels style with fast breaks and varied defenses while prioritizing academics and integrity over wins. He succeeds Gene Smithson who was fired amid attendance and academic concerns.
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