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After years of near misses, BYU's men's racquetball team claimed their first-ever national title by just 19 points in a dramatic finish. The victory came down to mental toughness, unmatched team depth, and one player's incredible comeback from match point down.
Five-star recruit AJ Dybantsa just announced his arrival in college basketball with a jaw-dropping 43-point performance that shattered BYU's freshman scoring record. The 18-year-old phenom put on a show against rival Utah that has the entire sports world buzzing about his limitless potential.
BYU women's basketball didn't practice before their tournament win because it fell on a Sunday. Sophomore star Delaney Gibb explained why her team's faith matters more than preparation.
After a lower-leg injury sidelined her for eight games, BYU sophomore Delaney Gibb is back on the court and finding her rhythm again. The Big 12 Freshman of the Year faced one of her toughest challenges yet, but she's proving that comebacks are just as powerful as first impressions.
Five million Hindu pilgrims trek through the Himalayas each year on a sacred journey where thousands die from altitude sickness, injuries, and harsh conditions. BYU nursing students are changing that by training 1,000 mountain guides, police officers, and medical staff to save lives at 14,000 feet.
A cancer survivor who started as a shy college journalist now leads Utah businesses by embracing listening as her superpower. Jeanette Bennett's journey from the Daily Universe newsroom to boardrooms proves quiet strength can change everything.
Amari Whiting scored a double-double against her former team BYU, where her mother once coached, in an emotional homecoming that proved she's exactly where she belongs. Oklahoma State won 67-51 in a game that celebrated fresh starts over past heartbreak.
Columbia University's women's basketball team dominated the Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, capturing the championship with an 81-64 victory over BYU. The Lions led for 96 percent of their five tournament games, turning early season disappointment into a triumphant finish.
Columbia University's women's basketball team dominated Wisconsin 67-50 to advance to their first WBIT Championship game. The Lions will face top-seeded BYU on Wednesday night with a national title on the line.
Volunteers at Adapted Institute are finding joy while helping young adults with special needs learn and connect. The program pairs college students one-on-one with buddies in weekly spiritual classes.
A Hawaiian university is about to power its entire campus with sunshine alone, proving that even large institutions can ditch fossil fuels completely. When finished, the solar project will generate enough clean energy to power the university, a cultural center, and a temple.
A seventh grader from Utah just shattered a world record that stood for over two decades, running a mile faster than anyone her age ever has. Angelina Alder's stunning 4:40.98 finish proves that the next generation of athletes is rewriting what's possible.
A Texas Tech student nailed a field goal on live TV and chose a local volunteer center to receive the prize money. His clutch kick on ESPN's College GameDay is now helping connect thousands of people to community service.
Angelina Alder just broke the age-group world record for the mile. The wildest part? She was already the record holder.
The Kansas Jayhawks have surged into championship contention with eight consecutive victories, including a stunning upset over top-ranked Arizona. After starting Big 12 play 1-2, the team has transformed their season into a national title run.
The Texas Longhorns just made March Madness history, becoming only the sixth team ever to reach the Sweet 16 after starting in the First Four play-in games. A team that entered the tournament on a three-game losing streak is now one of college basketball's best Cinderella stories.
The 13th-ranked Kansas Jayhawks dominated 9th-ranked West Virginia 9-0 to capture the Big 12 Tournament championship. The commanding victory caps off a remarkable tournament run and sends Kansas into the NCAA postseason with serious momentum.
A last-second layup gave High Point University its first-ever NCAA Tournament victory Thursday, joining other underdogs in turning March Madness 2026 into a celebration of surprise and possibility. Mid-major programs proved they belong on basketball's biggest stage.
Joslyn Orgill walked away from her high-paying job at Google to pursue what truly mattered: helping underrepresented students discover their potential in tech. Her leap from stability to purpose shows that sometimes the scariest decisions lead to the most meaningful work.
Sixth-year senior Tramon Mark sank a clutch jumper with 1.1 seconds left to send Texas past NC State 68-66 in a nail-biting First Four game. The Longhorns survived their toughest test of the season and earned a shot at continuing their NCAA tournament run.
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