Big Ten basketball eyes national title as four teams reach Sweet 16
East Lansing report notes the Big Ten holds a nation high four teams in the NCAA Tournament and 10 wins through the round of 32. Indiana, Ohio State, Michigan State, and Michigan advance, with coaches praising the conference’s depth and preparation as they eye a possible Final Four.
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FGCU's Historic Run Draws National Spotlight and Pivots on Enfield
Eagles coach Andy Enfield basks in new fame as FGCU reaches the NCAA South Regional semifinals by stunning Georgetown and San Diego State. LeBron James backed them in his bracket while campus sites crashed from surging traffic as a young program quietly builds a national story.
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Gophers fire Smith after NCAA loss to Florida
Minnesota dismisses Tubby Smith one day after the Gophers were eliminated by Florida in the NCAA Tournament. Athletic director Norwood Teague cites a need for a fresh set of eyes. Smith went 124-81 in six years, with three NCAA appearances and five 20 win seasons.
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UConn Rolls Over Vanderbilt In NCAA Tourney
Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis scored 22 as top-seeded UConn beat Vanderbilt 77-44 in Storrs to reach the regional semifinals. Breanna Stewart added 14 points and Stefanie Dolson 12 with nine rebounds for the Huskies (31-4).
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Providence tops Robert Morris to reach NIT quarters
Providence edges Robert Morris 77 68 in the NIT second round as Vincent Council scores 12 including a late 3 point play. LaDontae Heaton 21 and Bryce Cotton 20 pace the Friars who advance to face Baylor.
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