Panthers leave lasting legacy after memorable season
UNI seniors powered a season that included two Missouri Valley titles and two NCAA wins, leveling with strong defense and rebounding. Coach Jacobson praised leadership and unselfish play as the Panthers, led by Koch and Farokhmanesh, depart with memories and a bright outlook for next year.
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Gibbs Looks to Earn More Minutes Behind Gonzaga Guards
Gonzaga sophomore Grant Gibbs, behind Matt Bouldin and Steven Gray, says he must earn more playing time after averaging under 10 minutes per game. Coach Mark Few notes Gibbs has shooting potential and defensive work to improve as Bouldin graduates. Gibbs prefers West Coast life, hopes to study broadcast journalism, and values Gonzaga’s community support.
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Izzo Praises UNI Coach Jacobson as Bright Future Ahead
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo predicted a bright future for Ben Jacobson and Northern Iowa after their 59-52 win. Izzo highlighted Jacobson's defense and players, noting UNI's 10-year contract and Jacobson's rising NCAA tournament success as signs of a durable Valley program.
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Butler advances to Final Four with upset of Kansas State
In Salt Lake City Butler, led by Gordon Hayward with 22 points, upset Kansas State 63 56 to reach the Final Four. The fifth seed improves to 32 4 and rides a 24 game win streak toward Indianapolis, with strong defense on Pullen and Clemente and coach Brad Stevens praising the local arena as fitting.
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Butler Stuns Kansas State in NCAA Tournament Thriller
No. 2 Kansas State trailed most of the game before tying at 54 with 3:09 left. Butler responded with a 9-0 run to seize control and seal the victory.
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West Virginia Advances to Final Four in East Regional Final
West Virginia defeated Kentucky 73 66 to reach the Final Four for the first time since 1959. Joe Mazzulla opened with a career high 17 points in his first start of the season as coach Bob Huggins returns to his alma mater. Jerry West era noted as a historical parallel in Mountaineers basketball.
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NCAA Tournament Scores and Upsets Saturday
West Regional Butler beat Kansas State 63 to 56 while West Virginia defeated Kentucky 73 to 66 in the East. Midwest hosts Tennessee against Michigan State at 1 20 p m and South features Baylor versus Duke at 4 05 p m. Kentucky struggled from three going 0 for 20 before DeAndre Liggins hit a late three.
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