Both Miami’s men’s and women’s teams made deep runs in March. Their athletes also had significant backing in the form of name, image and likeness deals.
Category: NCAA Basketball Championships (Women)
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How Iowa Ended South Carolina’s Storied Perfect Season
The New York Times – Sports:South Carolina had fielded the nation’s toughest defense, but couldn’t stop the offensive fireworks of Iowa’s Caitlin Clark.
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Caitlin Clark and Iowa Topple South Carolina in Final Four
The New York Times – Sports:The Gamecocks were considered a heavy favorite to repeat as champions. But Clark and the Hawkeyes delivered, all the way to the championship game against Louisiana State.
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L.S.U. Rallies Against Virginia Tech to Make N.C.A.A. Championship Game
The New York Times – Sports:Angel Reese had 24 points and 12 rebounds as the Tigers took control of the game in the last period.
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From Flip-Flops to the Final Four, Georgia Amoore Commands the Court
The New York Times – Sports:The junior guard is leading the Virginia Tech Hokies to their first Final Four appearance in program history. But basketball wasn’t always a given.
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Women’s Sports Are Raking in Investments. The Final Four Shows Why.
The New York Times – Sports:With stars, story lines and skill, the TV rights for the women’s Division I basketball tournament could be worth over $80 million, part of a larger wave of investors flocking to women’s sports.
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They’re Playing in the Tournament Too, but From the Stands
The New York Times – Sports:Pep bands follow their schools’ teams around the country, providing the soundtrack to games on their instruments.
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As Women’s Basketball Grows, Equity Is Trying to Catch Up
The New York Times – Sports:The N.C.A.A. has begun putting in place recommendations from a report on the disparities between men’s and women’s basketball. But there are differing assessments for a path forward.
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South Carolina Pulls Away From Maryland for 3rd Straight Final Four
The New York Times – Sports:Maryland led after a quarter, but the Gamecocks wore down the Terrapins with their swarming defense. South Carolina will face Iowa in a national semifinal.
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Off Shooting Night Can’t Keep L.S.U. From the Final Four
The New York Times – Sports:Led by Alexis Morris and Angel Reese, the Tigers beat Miami to return to the Final Four for the first time since 2008.
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Maryland Races Past Notre Dame to the Round of 8
The New York Times – Sports:The No. 2-seeded Terrapins used a big third quarter to overcome the stifling defense of the Fighting Irish.