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College basketball's most exciting tournament is growing, giving 16 more teams a shot at March Madness glory. The expansion brings more chances for players to shine on the biggest stage in college hoops.
The Lehigh Mountain Hawks are dancing again. After defeating Boston University 74-60 in the Patriot League Championship, the team secured its first NCAA Tournament berth since its legendary 2012 upset of Duke.
A new generation of women's basketball players is poised to become household names during the NCAA Tournament. From walk-ons to scoring sensations, these young athletes are ready to capture America's heart this March.
The first day of the NCAA Tournament brought 12 hours of basketball magic to cities across America, proving sports can still unite us. From upset victories to rival fan bases sharing one arena, opening day delivered pure joy.
The 11th-seeded Texas Longhorns pulled off March Madness magic, defeating powerhouse Gonzaga 74-68 to advance to the Sweet 16. A clutch corner three-pointer with 14 seconds left sealed one of the tournament's biggest upsets.
An 11th-seeded team that barely made the NCAA Tournament just pulled off one of college basketball's most impressive runs. Texas beat Gonzaga 74-68 on Saturday, becoming the first team in five years to advance from the First Four to the Sweet 16.
Before the NCAA Tournament captivates millions, 365 college basketball teams battle through two weeks of high-stakes conference tournaments for their shot at glory. Every underdog team has an inspiring story of perseverance and dreams realized.
The Colorado State Rams women's basketball team punched their ticket to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in a decade, defeating Air Force 56-42 in a defensive showdown. Standout performances from Marta Leimane and Madelyn Bragg led the Rams to victory in Las Vegas.
Northern Iowa's basketball team just pulled off something no Missouri Valley Conference team has ever done, winning four straight games in four days to claim the championship and earn their first NCAA Tournament bid in a decade. The sixth-seeded Panthers beat Illinois-Chicago 84-69 on Sunday, capping an unforgettable run that rewrites the record books.
A UCLA basketball player lost half his front tooth in a tournament game but returned minutes later to help his team win. His teammate even retrieved the broken tooth from the court in a moment of quick thinking.
Duke's Kara Lawson just pulled off what most coaches would consider impossible: winning an ACC Tournament, coaching Team USA to three victories in Puerto Rico, then rushing back for NCAA Tournament Selection Sunday. Her secret? It's all about smart planning and trusting her team.
Three childhood friends have turned a spontaneous Vegas trip into an annual tradition that's kept them connected through their 30s. What started as cheap hotels and sports betting has evolved into a cherished ritual of friendship.
Spanish forward Alvaro Folgueiras buried a go-ahead three-pointer with 4.5 seconds left to upset defending champion Florida 73-72, then ran straight into his visiting mother's arms. The ninth-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 27 years.
Hours after scoring his first NBA points in New York, Payton Sandfort caught a 3 a.m. taxi and 6 a.m. flight to watch his younger brother lead Nebraska to its first NCAA tournament win in program history. The surprise appearance came just 10 minutes before tipoff at the very arena where Payton plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Florida's Olivier Rioux, the tallest college basketball player ever at 7-foot-9, scored his first NCAA tournament points with a thunderous dunk that sent fans into a frenzy. The 20-year-old has become a beloved fan favorite despite limited playing time this season.
A California foundation is turning charity donations into a tournament where nonprofits compete for over $10,000 in bonus prizes. The "Match Madness" campaign runs through April 3, giving donors a fun way to amplify their impact.
High Point University pulled off the first major upset of March Madness, beating Wisconsin 83-82 on a buzzer-beating layup. For the small North Carolina school, it marks their first tournament victory ever.
Civil rights icon James Meredith believes his 1966 March Against Fear mattered more than integrating Ole Miss. At 93, the last living giant of that era reflects on the march that united thousands and sparked Black Power.
Five youth marching teams from Southland, New Zealand just proved their region is a powerhouse of precision and teamwork, placing in the top three at the South Island Championships. Now they're gearing up for nationals in March, where Southland has a history of bringing home gold.
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.
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