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Arguably the best sporting event of the year just got started with the First Four in Dayton, Ohio as March Madness is now officially under way, but the intensity is about to ramp up. The first round will get started in just a couple of hours on Thursday afternoon. The regular season and every conference […]

Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari has joined the chorus of critics against expanding the NCAA tournament. He urged officials to maintain the tournament’s current 68-team format and avoid further expansion. The NCAA tournament underwent a transition from a 64-team field to a 68-team format with the introduction of the First Four round in 2011. However, […]

Long Beach State defied the odds and made the March Madness tournament after clinching the Big West. However, all eyes are on this program ever since head coach Dan Monson was fired. He’s continued coaching the team anyway and they’ve found success late in the season. It’s one of the more interesting stories for March […]

Shifting conferences is not uncommon for most schools. It all started from the Pac-12 then Mountain West, and now the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) seems to be the next one that will lose a member school. Commissioner Brian Thornton and the rest saw Texas Rio Grande Valley struggle in the past season. There were already […]

March Madness is upon us which means a lot of upsets, insane stat lines, and Cinderella runs. Another crucial part of this time of the year is the crossover between big college programs, mid-majors, and teams just starting to make a name for themselves. Coach Maureen Magarity’s Holy Cross basketball squad lies in between those […]

The Grambling State Tigers clinched a notable 88-81 win over the Montana State Bobcats in the First Four, advancing to the first round of the NCAA tournament. Their effort in their first NCAA tournament win in their program’s history showcased the principle, “Faith without Work is dead.” Montana State entered the night as heavy favorite. […]

The Duquesne basketball team copped a special gift from Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. The gift arrived just before the Dukes’ NCAA Tournament matchup against BYU basketball. From a King to the Dukes The players received new pairs of LeBron’s latest shoe, the LeBron XXI, which are grey and blue, perfectly matching the team’s […]

Grambling State just got a huge 88-81 overtime victory over Montana State in the First Four tournament, officially punching their ticket to their big dance with a date with top-ranked Purdue. The Tigers made a miraculous comeback to beat fellow FCS foe Montana State to become the only HBCU this year to compete in the […]

The legend of Caitlin Clark will always be remembered as one that sparked a history-setting run in the Iowa women’s basketball program. Coach Lisa Bluder has helped propel her into stardom from the Big Ten conference and beyond. However, she was not initially set on being part of the Hawkeyes. Had the timeline shifted for […]

A lot of vitriol and animosity has existed between different fanbases of college basketball and the Purdue basketball program. It has long been rooted in Coach Matt Painter’s lack of success in getting a national title for the Boilermakers despite having a good standing in the Big Ten Conference. They have got the star talent […]

After eight years of service, Alabama A&M women’s basketball coach Margaret Richards decided to step down from her position. The university’s athletic director Dr. Paul A. Bryant said she stepped away to pursue other opportunities. “We are grateful for the dedication and effort that Coach Richards has shown during her tenure with the Alabama A&M […]

In an era where women’s basketball continues to reach new heights, Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has emerged as a figure synonymous with the game’s growth and appeal. Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman’s recent comments likening Clark to basketball legend Michael Jordan not only underscore Clark’s dominance on the court but also highlight her […]

Howard University forward Seth Towns gave an insightful press conference after the Bison’s First Four game against the Wagner Seahawks. Howard fell to Wagner, 71-68, leaving Towns and his teammates with a despondent demeanor. Towns has gained national recognition as an eight-year college basketball veteran, and unfortunately, it seems as though he’s played his last […]

After two years of play, Shaqir O’Neal, son of NBA all-time great Shaquille O’Neal, announced his decision to transfer from Texas Southern. O’Neal committed to the Texas HBCU in 2021, but redshirted the 2021-22 season. Texas Southern forward Shaqir O’Neal, son of Shaq, is hitting the transfer portal. https://t.co/9bSPVAkXDs — HBCU Gameday (@HBCUGameday) March 20, […]

After four years with the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, Omoruyi will be taking his talents somewhere else. If this sounds like something you have heard before, it’s probably because you actually heard the same tune back in 2023 when he declared for the 2023 NBA Draft while maintaining his NCAA eligibility. Cliff Omoruyi makes a big […]

Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has been named to The AP women’s All-America team for the third consecutive year, a feat achieved by only 10 other players in history. The unanimous selection by the 35-member national media panel underscores Clark’s dominance on the court as the NCAA’s all-time scoring leader. With an impressive average […]

After Selection Sunday that saw a number of teams get snubbed, the talk about a potential expansion of the NCAA Tournament pool intensified once again. It certainly has its supporters, but it’s clear Tennessee basketball head coach Rick Barnes isn’t a big fan of the idea. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday ahead of the first […]

The Long Beach State basketball program has had a month filled with March Madness. The 49ers parted ways with Head Coach Dan Monson. Yet, he continues to coach the team through the NCAA Tournament, with a game against Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona basketball squad. Monson delivered a hilarious jab to Lloyd in a meetup […]

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley offered a unique endorsement of Iowa women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark ahead of the frenzy of March Madness. Staley hailed Clark as “the greatest of her time,” acknowledging Clark’s remarkable talent and impact on women’s basketball, but also places her within the context of the sport’s history. Staley, […]

The NCAA Tournament is here as the action got started on Tuesday night as the first two games of the First Four took place in Dayton, Ohio. The round of 64 is less than 24 hours away now as it will get started on Thursday afternoon, and one team that is capable of making a […]

The UConn basketball program is the No. 1 overall seed in this year’s NCAA Tournament. The Huskies are the reigning national champions, and Dan Hurley’s team has arguably been the best team in college basketball all season long. One big question entering the tournament is whether or not UConn can repeat. The UConn basketball team […]

The NCAA Tournament officially got underway on Tuesday night as the first two games of the First Four took place in Dayton, Ohio. The round of 64 will get started on Thursday, and one team that a lot of people have making a run in their bracket is North Carolina basketball. The Tar Heels have […]

March Madness is here and this year’s tournament has a ton of questions, including whether or not UConn will repeat. One mid-major team that earned an automatic bid was the Oakland Grizzlies, who won the Horizon League title. The Grizzlies face John Calipari’s Kentucky Wildcats in the first round in a tough 14-3 matchup on […]

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has revealed that he will be exclusively watching women’s college basketball this March Madness, citing the heightened level of competition and excitement on the court. With the women’s NCAA Tournament looming, O’Neal’s declaration has sparked discussions about the evolving landscape of college hoops. O’Neal’s preference for women’s basketball stems from what […]

The Louisville basketball program moved on from Kenny Payne after a rough tenure with the Cardinals. Suddenly, they are in another search for a head coach. Baylor coach Scott Drew immediately emerged as a top choice for the job, but with the Bears preparing for the NCAA Tournament, the Cardinals would need to wait. While […]

Florida A&M is parting ways with long-time men’s basketball coach Robert McCullum. Per a statement released by the athletics department on Wednesday, Florida A&M will not be renewing McCullum’s contract, which expires on June 30th. A search committee will be created to lead a national search to determine the next head coach of the men’s […]

In a revealing insight into the dynamics of the Iowa women’s basketball team, Caitlin Clark’s teammates offer candid reflections on the challenges and rewards of playing alongside a rising star. Amidst Clark’s rise to fame, her teammates have become an integral part of her journey, providing support and understanding as she navigates the complexities of […]

March Madness got underway on Tuesday night with the First Four from Dayton, Ohio. A lot of people had their eyes on the second matchup of the day that put Virginia basketball up against Colorado State basketball. Both of these teams received a 10 seed, so they had potential to make some noise in the […]

In a candid moment reflecting on her journey as a rising basketball star, Caitlin Clark, the standout player for the Iowa women’s basketball team, offered a glimpse into her inner thoughts and aspirations, shedding light on the complexities of mixing fame and ambition with self-discovery. “I’m trying to learn about myself as a 21-year-old,” Clark […]

From growing up as a kid who loved sports to now being one of the most iconic sportscasters out there, Ernie Johnson has had the privilege of covering the biggest sporting events around the world. Most notably known for being the host of Turner Sports’ coverage of the NBA on TNT, Johnson is also one […]

The NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament is still relatively young. According to ncaa.com, March Madness was first played on the women’s side of things in 1982, but plenty of teams have already established themselves as winners. In this article, we are going to look at which women’s basketball teams have won the NCAA Tournament the most. […]

One of the best parts of March Madness is the unpredictable upsets and the Cinderella teams. A big reason why these happen so often is the automatic qualifier rule. Every mid-major conference gets a team in because of that AQ, and some are bound to find a way to get a win. It makes March […]

The Virginia basketball team has obviously had some recent success in March Madness as they won the national title in 2019. However, since 2018, that 2019 season is the only year that the Cavaliers have advanced past their first game of the tournament. In 2018, Virginia lost to #16 seed UMBC in the first round. […]

Virginia basketball leaves the 2024 NCAA Tournament just as they entered it, to the tune of thunderous criticism. Many doubted the Cavaliers’ March Madness legitimacy after they struggled in the final month of the season, and the team did nothing to prove them wrong Tuesday night. Colorado State trounced the Wahoos in their First Four […]

The Howard Bison put forth a valiant effort in the First Four round of the NCAA Tournament, but they fell short to the Wagner Seahawks, 71-68. Howard entered the game with high hopes after defeating Delaware State in the MEAC championship game. The game before, they vanquished the top-seeded Norfolk State, 80-74. At the beginning […]

With NIL changing the landscape of college sports, the allure of March Madness might wear off for some people. For the traditionalists who cannot wrap their heads around the business aspect of this cultural phenomenon, the whole NCAA Tournament might feel too big. Most fans can embrace the nature of the beast and still enjoy […]

March Madness is finally here and the next few weeks are going to be filled with great college basketball. Kentucky basketball is one team that is capable of a deep run as they are a three seed this season, and they have been good all year long. The Wildcats are loaded with talent, and Kentucky […]

Many college basketball fans feel that the Indiana State Sycamores deserved a spot in the 2024 March Madness. Unfortunately for the Sycamores, the selection committee did not see it that way, as Indiana State was left off the field on Selection Sunday. Well, with how the Virginia Cavaliers played in their First Four matchup Tuesday […]

The Kansas basketball team had a solid season and earned a four seed in March Madness, but they will be shorthanded for the tournament. Kevin McCullar Jr. has been battling the injury bug and Kansas head coach Bill Self said on Tuesday that he will not be available for the Jayhawks in the big dance. […]