High School Team Wins First Championship in 10 Years
The Meadowdale Mavericks claimed their first conference championship in a decade with a dramatic 21-20 overtime victory. A never-before-run play called "smoke-and-go" sealed the win.
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Kentucky Wins Second Straight Game on Gutsy Overtime Call
The Kentucky Wildcats pulled off back-to-back overtime victories by going for two-point conversions instead of safe extra points, making college football history. Their coach's bold calls against South Carolina and LSU have turned the season into a thrill ride.
Holy Cross Senior Scores OT Winner in Hockey Thriller
Connor Welsh scored a dramatic overtime goal to give Holy Cross their first win of the season, stunning Maine 3-2 after the team rallied from a late collapse. The senior's celebration-sparking shot showed the power of staying calm under pressure.
New Zealand Wins World Cup Spot on Overtime Buzzer-Beater
New Zealand's 3x3 basketball team punched their ticket to the World Cup in the most dramatic way possible: a game-winning shot as the overtime clock hit zero. Chris Martin's two-pointer from beyond the arc sparked wild celebrations and sealed a 19-17 victory over Brazil.
Hamilton Wins First-Ever NCAA Hockey Title in Overtime
Hamilton College's men's hockey team captured its first national championship Sunday with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory against three-time defending champion Hobart. Freshman Curtiss Sturgeon scored the game-winner nearly 17 minutes into overtime, ending one of college hockey's greatest underdog stories.
Kentucky Player's Buzzer-Beater Sends Game to Overtime
A Kentucky basketball player launched a desperate half-court shot as time expired, stunning fans when it swished through the net to force overtime. The miracle moment gave the Wildcats a second chance when their tournament hopes looked finished.
Canada Survives Scare as Marner Seals OT Gold Bid
Mitch Marner danced through Czech defenders to score a thrilling overtime goal, keeping Canada's Olympic gold dream alive after nearly falling to a stunning upset. The 4-3 victory came despite losing captain Sidney Crosby to injury and facing a late third-period deficit.
Oregon State Guard Ties 43-Year Steals Record in OT Win
Kennedie Shuler matched a school record untouched since 1983 with 10 steals in one game, nearly adding a triple-double as Oregon State beat Gonzaga 92-87 in overtime. The thrilling Pacific Northwest rivalry game delivered drama until the final buzzer.
Rams Rookie Kicks Game-Winner in Epic Overtime Thriller
In one of the most dramatic playoff games in recent memory, the Los Angeles Rams survived three Caleb Williams interceptions and a miraculous touchdown to beat the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime. Rookie kicker Harrison Mevis sealed the victory, sending the Rams to the NFC Championship Game against Seattle.