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Notre Dame's Hannah Hidalgo's Nose Ring Controversy: Frustration and Loss in Sweet 16
Originally Published 1 year ago — by OregonLive
Notre Dame star freshman Hannah Hidalgo was frustrated after being forced to remove her nose ring and miss game time in her team's 70-65 loss to Oregon State in the Sweet 16. Despite averaging 22.9 points per game, she only scored 10 points in the game, matching a season low. Hidalgo missed about four minutes of play due to the removal of her nose ring, which she was unaware violated NCAA jewelry rules. Her coach expressed disappointment at the situation, and Hidalgo struggled to regain her flow after returning to the game, ending with emotional exchanges with her coach.
2024 Pac-12 and Big 12 Men's Basketball Tournament Brackets and Schedules Released
Originally Published 1 year ago — by OregonLive
The Pac-12 men’s basketball tournament bracket and schedule have been set, with the Arizona Wildcats earning a first-round bye as the No. 1 seed. The tournament will take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, featuring matchups such as Oregon State vs. UCLA and Oregon vs. Utah. The championship game is scheduled for Saturday, March 16.
Zach Edey Opts Out of Purdue Return for 2024-25 Season
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Zach Edey, the reigning national player of the year, will not use his extra year of eligibility to return to Purdue in 2024-25, making this season his last at the college level. Edey has been a dominant force for Purdue, ranking second in scoring and third in rebounding among all Division I players this season. With Purdue positioned for a potential No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament, Edey could potentially repeat as Player of the Year, a feat achieved only by Ralph Sampson and Bill Walton in the past.
Purdue dominates Arizona to reclaim top spot in college basketball rankings
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Purdue reclaims the top spot in the college basketball rankings after defeating Arizona. Zach Edey's passing ability and Purdue's unselfishness make it difficult for opponents to defend. Other notable performances include Donovan Clingan of Connecticut, Hunter Dickinson of Kansas, Jamal Shead of Houston, and Ryan Kalkbrenner of Creighton. Memphis point guard Jahvon Quinerly showcased his impressive passing skills.
Bob Huggins Faces Consequences for Homophobic Slur
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
West Virginia men's basketball coach Bob Huggins will be suspended for three games and receive a $1 million pay cut after using an anti-gay slur twice and mocking Catholics during a radio interview. He will also undergo sensitivity training and make a personal donation to Xavier University. The university said Huggins would be immediately fired if he made any similar offensive comments in the future.
"Top College Basketball Players Receive NBA Combine Invites"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Duke is waiting on a decision from Jeremy Roach, who has until May 31 to withdraw from the NBA draft and return to college. While Duke would benefit from Roach's return, it's uncertain if he will come back. Duke is also searching for a specific type of big man in the transfer portal, but it's a narrow search. Duke's roster stability is a priority for head coach Jon Scheyer, who wants to continue adding home-and-home series to the schedule. The Blue Devils were overwhelmed by Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament, and adding a big who can handle physicality is a priority for next season.
Bob Huggins Faces Backlash for Using Homophobic Slur on Radio Show
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
West Virginia University is reviewing the homophobic comments made by its men's basketball coach, Bob Huggins, during a live radio interview. Huggins used a homophobic slur twice while discussing Cincinnati's rivalry with Xavier. The university called his remarks "insensitive" and "offensive" and said it does not condone the use of such language. Huggins apologized and said he would "fully accept" any consequences. The university has not yet announced any disciplinary action.