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FAMU Baseball One Win From NCAA Tournament Berth
SportsMay 24

FAMU Baseball One Win From NCAA Tournament Berth

Florida A&M's baseball team defeated Southern 5-1 in the SWAC Tournament semifinals and now faces Alabama State for the championship and an automatic NCAA Tournament bid. The Rattlers swept their opponent during the regular season and are chasing their second conference title in four years.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Stanford Faces USC for NCAA Women's Golf Crown
SportsMay 27

Stanford Faces USC for NCAA Women's Golf Crown

Two California powerhouses will battle for the NCAA Women's Golf Championship after top-seeded Stanford and No. 2 USC dominated their semifinal matches Tuesday. But the real story belongs to Eastern Michigan, a team ranked 227th just two years ago, whose inspiring tournament run captured hearts before falling to the mighty Cardinal. #

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
20-Year-Old Breaks 110m Hurdles World Record at NCAAs
Community HeroesJun 11

20-Year-Old Breaks 110m Hurdles World Record at NCAAs

Auburn sophomore Ja'Kobe Tharp just ran the fastest 110-meter hurdles in human history, clocking 12.75 seconds at the NCAA Championships. The kid who got cut from his middle school basketball team just shattered a world record that stood for 14 years.

Google: marathon world record2 min read
USC Upstate Wins First NCAA Tournament Game in School History
SportsMay 30

USC Upstate Wins First NCAA Tournament Game in School History

A small South Carolina school just pulled off one of the biggest wins in its history, defeating powerhouse Oklahoma State in the NCAA baseball tournament. USC Upstate had never won a single game in the NCAA tournament until Friday night.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Injured Gymnast Returns to Win NCAA All-Around Title
SportsApr 17

Injured Gymnast Returns to Win NCAA All-Around Title

Oklahoma senior Faith Torrez hadn't competed in all four events all season due to injury. Two weeks ago, competing for the NCAA all-around title seemed impossible.

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Villanova Trio Wins NCAA and NBA Championships Together
SportsJun 15

Villanova Trio Wins NCAA and NBA Championships Together

Three Villanova basketball players just made history, winning NCAA titles together in college and now capturing an NBA championship with the New York Knicks. Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Mikal Bridges are only the fifth group of teammates ever to accomplish this remarkable feat.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Swimmer Breaks 2nd Record, Punches NCAA Championships Ticket
SportsFeb 21

Swimmer Breaks 2nd Record, Punches NCAA Championships Ticket

College swimmer Yassin Abdelghany shattered his second championship record in three days, securing his spot at the NCAA Championships with a stunning performance. His IU Indy team is now riding high heading into the final day of competition.

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NCAA Forum Helps 175 Athletes Plan Life After Sports
SportsJun 5

NCAA Forum Helps 175 Athletes Plan Life After Sports

Nearly 175 college athletes just spent four days learning how to turn their playing careers into professional success. The NCAA's Career in Sports Forum connected student-athletes with mentors, industry leaders, and each other to map out their futures beyond the game.

Google News - Graduation Success2 min read
UNC Charlotte Athletes Win Conference Titles, NCAA History
SportsMay 6

UNC Charlotte Athletes Win Conference Titles, NCAA History

UNC Charlotte spring athletes delivered one of the most successful seasons in school history, capturing conference championships and making program firsts. The 49ers won their second straight men's golf title while women's tennis earned their first-ever NCAA Tournament victory.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Kiwi Teen Oscar Goodman Wins NCAA Basketball Championship
SportsApr 7

Kiwi Teen Oscar Goodman Wins NCAA Basketball Championship

A 19-year-old from small-town New Zealand just celebrated winning America's biggest college basketball prize with the Michigan Wolverines. Oscar Goodman became only the second Kiwi man to win an NCAA title, days after Charlisse Leger-Walker became the first Kiwi woman to achieve the honor.

Stuff NZ2 min read
UNC Player Scores Record 10 Goals in NCAA Tournament Game
SportsMay 10

UNC Player Scores Record 10 Goals in NCAA Tournament Game

North Carolina's Dominic Pietramala just rewrote lacrosse history, scoring 10 goals in a single NCAA tournament game. The junior star shattered the previous record while also becoming UNC's all-time leading goal scorer.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Oklahoma Gymnast Wins NCAA Title After Injury Comeback
SportsApr 17

Oklahoma Gymnast Wins NCAA Title After Injury Comeback

Faith Torrez captured gymnastics' most prestigious NCAA title just weeks after an injury-plagued season that nearly kept her from competing. The Oklahoma athlete beat an Olympic gold medalist and the nation's top-ranked competitor in a stunning upset.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
NC State's Diana Shnaider Reaches French Open Semifinals
SportsJun 4

NC State's Diana Shnaider Reaches French Open Semifinals

A college tennis player just proved the unconventional path can lead to the sport's biggest stages. Diana Shnaider stunned the world's top-ranked player to become the first recent NCAA athlete to reach a Grand Slam semifinal.

Google News - France Breakthrough3 min read
UCLA Women's Basketball Wins First NCAA Championship
SportsApr 7

UCLA Women's Basketball Wins First NCAA Championship

UCLA's women's basketball team just claimed their first NCAA Championship with a dominant 79-51 victory over South Carolina. Fans can celebrate with the team at a free event Wednesday at Pauley Pavilion.

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Spanish Player Leads Michigan to NCAA Basketball Final
SportsApr 5

Spanish Player Leads Michigan to NCAA Basketball Final

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.

Google News - Spain Success2 min read
Columbia Wrestler Cesar Alvan Takes 3rd at NCAA Championship
SportsApr 7

Columbia Wrestler Cesar Alvan Takes 3rd at NCAA Championship

Columbia senior Cesar Alvan became the seventh All-American in program history with a third-place finish at the NCAA Wrestling Championships. His performance capped an undefeated season for the Lions and their newly named national coach of the year.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
UCLA Wins First NCAA Women's Basketball Championship
SportsApr 6

UCLA Wins First NCAA Women's Basketball Championship

After nearly 50 years, UCLA's women's basketball team captured their first NCAA championship with a dominant 79-51 victory over South Carolina. The Bruins finished their season 37-1, turning last year's devastating loss into this year's triumphant celebration.

Google: championship win celebration2 min read
Stanford Women's Golf Wins 3rd NCAA Title in 5 Years
SportsMay 28

Stanford Women's Golf Wins 3rd NCAA Title in 5 Years

Stanford's women's golf team dominated the NCAA championship, crushing opponents to claim their fourth title under coach Anne Walker. Senior Megha Ganne sealed the victory with a clutch putt, capping a redemption season after last year's upset loss.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
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SportsMar 21

Wisconsin Women's Hockey Reaches Fourth Straight NCAA Final

The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team punched their ticket to the NCAA Championship game for the fourth consecutive year with a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against Penn State. They'll face top-ranked Ohio State on March 22nd for the national title.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
UCLA Wins First NCAA Title After Years of Near-Misses
SportsApr 6

UCLA Wins First NCAA Title After Years of Near-Misses

The UCLA Bruins captured their first-ever NCAA women's basketball championship with a dominant 79-51 victory over South Carolina, ending years of heartbreak and completing a near-perfect 37-1 season. Seven seniors, including four transfers who found their home in Westwood, finally reached the peak after the program had fallen short six times since 2016.

Google News - Championship Win3 min read

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