Virginia Cavaliers chase NIT run with New York Gang hopes
In the second round of the National Invitation Tournament the Virginia Cavaliers face St. Joseph's (Pa.) as freshmen guard Mel Kennedy and the so called New York Gang led by Olden Polynice and Tim Mullen aim to reach New York for the semifinals. West Virginia crowd jeers fueled Virginia’s 56-55 win in Morgantown. Other second-round games include Richmond at Indiana and Marquette at Cincinnati.
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Tar Heels Surprised, Facing Auburn In Southeast Semifinal
North Carolina, after losing Michael Jordan to the pros and graduating Sam Perkins and Matt Doherty, advances to the Southeast Region semifinals with a 26 8 record. Coach Dean Smith credits young talent and a new team chemistry as they prepare to meet Auburn. Martin’s emergence and a shift from man to zone defense are noted as key factors in their late season surge.
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Just plain fun 64-team NCAA tourney reshapes view
Boston Globe columnist notes 64-team NCAA tournament delivers excitement and drama with key early matchups like Fairleigh Dickinson vs Michigan Navy vs LSU and Boston College versus Duke. Highlights include Loyola and Maryland in progressive regions and Lefty Driesell’s Maryland squad amid East region chatter.
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