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Harvard's women's water polo team just pulled off their third consecutive overtime playoff victory, defeating Brown 11-8 to reach the championship game. The thrilling double-overtime win sets up a title defense showdown on Sunday.
The No. 12 Wisconsin Badgers pulled off a stunning 2-1 upset over No. 2 North Dakota in the Frozen Four semifinals, earning their first championship game appearance since 2010. Freshman goaltender Daniel Hauser led the underdog victory with 21 saves in Las Vegas.
The Wisconsin Badgers pulled off a nail-biting 2-1 victory over North Dakota in the NCAA Frozen Four semifinals, earning their spot in the championship game. They'll face either Michigan or Denver for college hockey's biggest prize.
Michigan had its ugliest shooting night of the season in the national championship game but still beat UConn 69-61. The Wolverines proved that elite defense wins championships when offense disappears.
A 23-year-old college basketball player who was once cut from his middle school team is now leading Michigan to the national championship game and heading to the NBA. Yaxel Lendeborg's six-year journey from academic struggles to college basketball stardom shows it's never too late to turn things around.
Gabriela Jaquez lived out her childhood dream by leading UCLA to its first women's basketball national championship since 1978, dominating South Carolina 79-51 in a historic performance. The Camarillo native put up 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, becoming only the fifth woman in NCAA history to achieve those numbers in a championship game.
Colin Mitchell's buzzer-beater gave Mary Washington the 2026 NCAA Division III men's basketball championship just seconds after Emory tied the game. The dramatic finish capped one of the most thrilling endings in college basketball history.
The University of Illinois basketball team made their first Final Four appearance in over two decades, finishing with 28 wins and capturing the hearts of thousands of fans. Though they fell to UConn in the championship game, the 2025-26 Illini created unforgettable memories and proved the program can compete at college basketball's highest level.
A Spanish center has become the first male player from Spain to reach the NCAA men's basketball championship game, leading Michigan past Arizona with a dominant 26-point performance. His success could transform opportunities for Spanish players in American college basketball.
South Carolina's Dawn Staley turned a handshake controversy into a moment of warmth before the NCAA women's championship game. Her intentional display of sportsmanship with UCLA's coach showed how grace can transform tension into unity.
The Michigan Wolverines are heading to the men's national championship for the first time since 2018 after dominating Arizona 91-73 in the Final Four. Despite their star player battling through injury, the Wolverines showed incredible depth and resilience to secure their shot at glory.
The Michigan Wolverines crushed top-seeded Arizona in a historic 91-73 victory, earning their first championship game appearance since 1989. Despite losing their star player to injury, the team's depth and determination proved unstoppable.
The University of Michigan men's basketball team crushed No. 2 Arizona 91-73 in a historic performance that sends them to their first national championship game in eight years. The Wolverines made NCAA Tournament history by becoming the first team ever to score 90 or more points in five straight tournament games.
Hundreds of UConn students erupted in celebration Saturday as their basketball team defeated Illinois 71-62 to advance to the 2026 national championship game. The electric atmosphere 860 miles from the court showed the unmatched power of a community united by hope and tradition.
The UConn Huskies are heading to their third national championship game in four years after shutting down the nation's best offense. Their 71-62 victory over Illinois showcased teamwork, resilience, and the kind of excellence that builds dynasties.
UCLA's women's basketball team made history by reaching their first-ever national championship game with a 51-44 victory over Texas. The Bruins will face South Carolina on Sunday for the title.
Montgomery County's Kiki Rice helped UCLA defeat Texas 51-44 in the women's Final Four, securing a spot in Sunday's national championship game. The Bethesda native and former Sidwell Friends star continues her remarkable journey from local phenom to college basketball's biggest stage.
The UCLA Bruins women's basketball team made history Friday night, defeating Texas 51-44 to reach the NCAA tournament championship game for the first time ever. They'll face South Carolina on Sunday for a chance at their first national title.
The UCLA Bruins women's basketball team made history Friday night, defeating Texas 51-44 to advance to their first-ever NCAA championship game. Hundreds of fans packed Pauley Pavilion to celebrate this milestone moment for the program.
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley just became the fourth coach ever to lead a team to three straight NCAA championship games, joining basketball royalty. The Gamecocks face UCLA on April 5 for their fourth title shot.
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