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sports1 year ago

"Duquesne's NCAA Tournament Run: A Tough Test for Illinois in the Sweet 16"

Illinois will face the Duquesne Dukes in the NCAA tournament's round of 32, with the Dukes surprising many by winning the Atlantic 10 championship and defeating No. 6 BYU in the first round. Duquesne's strong perimeter defense and experienced guard play pose a challenge for Illinois, with key players like Jimmy Clark III and Dae Dae Grant standing out. Despite being the underdog, Duquesne has the potential to be this year's Cinderella story, but Illinois remains the favorite to win and advance to the Sweet 16.

via The Champaign Room|
#college-basketball#duquesne-dukes#illinois-basketball
sports1 year ago

"Upsets and Surprises: March Madness Madness in the 2024 NIT and NCAA Tournaments"

No. 11 seed Duquesne upset No. 6 BYU in the NCAA Tournament with physical play, resembling a "football game with wrestling rules." BYU struggled to adapt to the intense style of play, resulting in a 71-67 loss. Despite opportunities to come back, BYU's offense faltered, and Duquesne's disruptive defense ultimately secured the victory.

via Deseret News|
#byu-basketball#duquesne-dukes#ncaa-tournament
sports1 year ago

"Duquesne Ends 52-Year Drought with NCAA Tournament Upset over BYU"

Keith Dambrot and his Duquesne Dukes secured their first NCAA Tournament win since 1969 by upsetting BYU 71-67, following Dambrot's announcement of his retirement at the end of the season. The Dukes' strong defensive performance and key contributions from players like Dae Dae Grant and Jakub Necas propelled them to victory. The win continues a streak of No. 11 seeds winning first-round games, and Duquesne will face the winner of Illinois vs. Morehead State in the next round.

via The Athletic|
#byu#duquesne-dukes#keith-dambrot
sports1 year ago

"Duquesne Coach Keith Dambrot Retires Following NCAA Tournament Run"

Duquesne Dukes' head coach Keith Dambrot, who recently led the team to their first NCAA tournament appearance since 1977, has announced his retirement at the end of the season, marking the end of his 40-year coaching career. Dambrot, also known for coaching LeBron James in high school, has had a successful tenure at Duquesne, with three 20-win seasons in seven years. He leaves behind a legacy that includes multiple NCAA tournament appearances and a close relationship with LeBron James and his former high school teammates.

via ESPN|
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