VCU Notes on Shaka Smart and Rams Elite Eight run
Shaka Smart, raised by his mother and magna cum laude Kenyon graduate, narrates a journey through California University of Pennsylvania, Dayton, Akron, Clemson, and Florida before leading VCU to the Elite Eight. Senior Jamie Skeen paces the team at 15.1 PPG and 7.3 RPG, while the Rams shoot 44 percent and grab 37 percent from three amid a four-board rebounding deficit.
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Taylor Finds Confidence From Coach Self Praise
Kansas junior guard Tyshawn Taylor beams after Kansas coach Bill Self compliments his maturity. Taylor credits Self for a recent uptick in play, citing focus on growth after a suspension and personal family challenges.
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East Regional showdown for UK and UNC in Newark
Kentucky and North Carolina meet in Newark in a high profile East regional clash. Both programs boast historic success with multiple titles and Final Four berths while seeking a return to late April glory as Roy Williams and John Calipari guide star led rosters in a evenly matched, high stakes showdown.
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Kansas State vs Elite Opponents in March Run Summary
The summary lists a dominant season with a 35-2 record, including wins over Washburn, Emporia State, Longwood, Valparaiso, North Texas, Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Ohio University, Arizona, UCLA, Memphis, Colorado State, USC, California, Texas-Arlington, Miami Ohio, UMKC, Michigan, Iowa State, Nebraska, Baylor, Texas, Colorado, Kansas State, Texas Tech, Missouri, Oklahoma State, Oklahoma, Texas A&M, Big 12 tournament wins over Oklahoma State, Colorado, Texas, and NCAA Tournament victories over Boston University, Illinois, Richmond, and a forthcoming clash with VCU in San Antonio.
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