Underdogs from New Jersey made an impression, trash talkers held court, and pep bands showed how much they care.
Category: Florida Atlantic University
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Lamont Butler Hits a Buzzer-Beater to Send San Diego State to the Title Game
“You cant even dream about what just happened,” his father, Lamont Butler Sr., said moments after the shot went in.
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As the Final Four Finishes, a Parallel Transfer Season Plays Out, Too
Call it the consolation bracket, as teams jockey for position for next season.
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The Beach Boys Making a Final Four Run
Florida Atlantic has seemingly come out of nowhere to make a deep run in the N.C.A.A. men’s tournament. The university’s ambitions are relatively young, too.
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The Final Four That Nobody Could Have Expected
Connecticut has a pedigree but hasn’t made a deep run since 2014. Florida Atlantic plays in a small gym on a campus that’s an owl sanctuary. San Diego State got in on a free throw. And Miami’s coach likes his self-help advice.
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For Those Chasing N.C.A.A. Glory, Madison Square Garden Is More Than Another Stop
Some players grew up in New York but hadn’t played on its biggest stage. Others were learning about it anew in this N.C.A.A. men’s tournament.
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Thursday’s Matchups to Watch in the N.C.A.A. Tournament
The round of 16 tips off with men’s games featuring a 28-year coach pitted against a first-year coach and a rematch from the 2021 Final Four.