Mine That Bird inspiring underdog tale heads to Kentucky Derby
A misfit New Mexico horse group pursues a life changing journey as Mine That Bird earns a Derby bid. Based on a true story the cowboys face mishaps en route to Churchill Downs in a classic underdog showdown against elite racers. The reviewer initially doubted the film but the movie surpasses expectations.
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World premiere of 50 to 1 at Kimo Theatre Albuquerque
The film 50 to 1 had its world premiere in Albuquerque with showtimes at 2 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The event featured Mine That Bird and co owners Mark Allen and Leonard Black outside the theater along with New Mexico cowboys. AP Photo jockey Calvin Borel kissed Mine That Bird during the premiere.
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Saint Louis Rally Tops NC State In OT Thriller
Saint Louis, the fifth seed, erased a 16 point deficit to beat North Carolina State 83 80 in overtime in the NCAA Midwest Regional second round. Rob Lee totaled 22 points and 15 rebounds while Jordan Jett added 18 as the Billikens advance to face Louisville or Manhattan. T.J. Warren led NC State with 28 points before fouling out late.
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Harvard upsets Cincinnati in NCAA tourney opener
Harvard, the 12th seed, beat Cincinnati 61 57 in Spokane to advance to the third round. Siyani Chambers scored 11 points and Wesley Saunders 12 as Harvard matched last year’s upset run, becoming the first Ivy League club with consecutive NCAA wins since 1983 84. The Crimson now meet Michigan State or Delaware.
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Sanford lifts Dayton to 60-59 win over Ohio State
Dayton upends Ohio State 60-59 in the NCAA tournament second round as Vee Sanford sinks a 4-foot layup with 3.8 seconds left. Flyers guard Jordan Sibert, a transfer from Ohio State, celebrated the win over a Buckeyes squad that led late and saw 15 lead changes in Buffalo.
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DePaul's Mikan nets 53 in NIT semifinal rout
George Mikan of DePaul scores 53 points as the Blue Demons overpower Rhode Island 97 to 53 in the National Invitation Tournament semifinal. Teammates contribute 44 additional points.
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