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sports1 year ago•4 min saved

"Zach Edey's Impact: Purdue's Journey to the 2024 Final Four"

Purdue's Zach Edey paid tribute to former coach Gene Keady by presenting him with a piece of the net after the team's victory in the Midwest Regional final, symbolizing the program's legacy. Keady, who mentored current coach Matt Painter, was instrumental in shaping Purdue's basketball journey. Painter, initially hesitant about joining Purdue, eventually embraced Keady's tough-love approach as a player and later succeeded him as head coach. Now, 19 years later, Painter has Purdue two wins away from its first-ever national title, marking a full-circle moment for the program's legacy.

via CBS Sports|

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sports1 year ago•7 min saved

"Purdue's Path to the Final Four: A Triumph for Old-School Basketball"

Purdue Basketball, led by coach Matt Painter, secures a spot in the Final Four for the first time in 44 years, marking a historic achievement for the program. The team's journey is intertwined with the legacies of past players and coaches, symbolizing a revolution in Purdue's basketball history. As they prepare to face NC State, the team's success reflects the culmination of years of dedication and transformation within the program.

via Rivals.com - Purdue|

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sports1 year ago•6 min saved

"Purdue's Quest for Redemption: Breaking the Final Four Drought"

A passionate fan expresses the significance of Purdue making it to the Final Four, highlighting the team's history of falling short in March and the impact it would have on the program, players, coaches, and fans. The fan reflects on the players and moments that have shaped Purdue basketball, expressing a deep desire for a Final Four victory for the current team, past players, and even the legendary coach Gene Keady.

via Hammer and Rails|

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