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sports1 year ago

"Iowa Women's Basketball Team Celebrates Historic Season at Carver-Hawkeye Arena"

Over 7,000 University of Hawkeye fans gathered at Carver-Hawkeye Arena to celebrate the Iowa women's basketball team's second-straight NCAA Final Four appearance. Superstar guard Caitlin Clark and her teammates were honored, with Clark staying to sign autographs for eager children, drawing emotional reactions from fans. The team's impact on inspiring young athletes was highlighted, and the university announced the retirement of Clark's No. 22 jersey, declaring April 10, 2024, as "Iowa Women's Basketball Day" in Iowa City.

via Hawk Central|
#autographs#caitlin-clark#celebration
sports1 year ago

"Record-breaking viewership and controversial calls: Iowa's historic Final Four win over UConn"

Iowa's historic 71-69 win against UConn in the NCAA Women's Final Four game drew a record-breaking 14.2 million viewers, the most in women's college basketball history, surpassing all basketball games last year and peaking at 17 million viewers. This marked the second-best non-football telecast for ESPN, with Iowa's Caitlin Clark leading the way with 21 points, complemented by Hannah Stuelke's 23 points. South Carolina's dominant win against N.C. State peaked at 9 million viewers, and the 2024 Final Four's 10.8 million average viewership is up 138% year over year. The Hawkeyes and Gamecocks will face off in the national championship on Sunday.

via NBC News|
#caitlin-clark#iowa-vs-uconn#ncaa-final-four
sports1 year ago

"Olympian Michael Phelps Addresses Alabama Ahead of UConn Matchup in 2024 Final Four"

Olympic legend Michael Phelps, invited by coach Nate Oats, spoke to the underdog Alabama squad ahead of their NCAA Final Four matchup against UConn, offering valuable tips on mental preparation and encouragement to be the best version of themselves, as the team gears up for what is being billed as the biggest basketball game in school history.

via Roll Bama Roll|
#alabama#basketball#michael-phelps
sports1 year ago

"Celebrity Frenzy: Iowa Teammates Share Inside Stories of Caitlin Clark"

Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark's celebrity status has impacted her teammates as well, with some being mistaken for her and others having to help manage the attention she receives. From going out to eat to attending classes, Clark's teammates have had to adjust to the increased fan frenzy and media attention. Despite the challenges, they describe Clark as selfless and focused on the team's success during their Final Four run.

via The Athletic|
#caitlin-clark#celebrity#college-athlete
sports1 year ago

"Paige Bueckers vs. Caitlin Clark: The Final Four Showdown"

UConn's Geno Auriemma explains why the team didn't recruit Caitlin Clark, who now plays for Iowa, despite her desire to be recruited by them. Auriemma prioritized Paige Bueckers, who committed early, and believes that Clark didn't express a strong desire to join UConn. Both players have excelled in their careers, with UConn facing Iowa in the upcoming NCAA Final Four.

via New York Post |
#caitlin-clark#geno-auriemma#ncaa-final-four
sports1 year ago

"2024 Men's Final Four: Can Anyone Dethrone UConn?"

The Athletic's college basketball writers discuss the potential for upsets in the NCAA Final Four, with a focus on whether anyone can beat UConn and which team, NC State or Alabama, is more likely to pull off an upset. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each team and predict potential star players for the upcoming games. Additionally, they share their favorite moments from the tournament so far.

via The Athletic|
#alabama#nc-state#ncaa-final-four
sports1 year ago

"Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa Hawkeyes to Face Undefeated South Carolina in NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four"

The Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team, led by superstar Caitlin Clark, arrived in Cleveland ahead of the NCAA Women’s Final Four at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The team will face UConn on Friday night, with the winners advancing to the championship game on Sunday. The other three teams – South Carolina, North Carolina State, and UConn – also arrived in Cleveland on Tuesday and are staying in different downtown hotels.

via cleveland.com|
#caitlin-clark#cleveland#iowa-hawkeyes
sports1 year ago

"Kenny Brooks Takes Helm as Kentucky Women's Basketball Head Coach Amid Virginia Tech Departure"

Kenny Brooks, who led Virginia Tech to the 2023 NCAA Final Four and won the 2024 ACC regular-season championship, has been named the head coach of the University of Kentucky women’s basketball program. With a career record of 517-204 through 22 seasons, Brooks brings a strong history of player development and championship performance to the Wildcats. His success at Virginia Tech includes multiple NCAA Tournament appearances, a Final Four, and numerous accolades for his student-athletes. Brooks is eager to build a positive and winning program at Kentucky and is excited about this new chapter in his coaching career.

via UKAthletics|
#kenny-brooks#kentucky-womens-basketball#ncaa-final-four
sports2 years ago

Huskers Secure Final Four Spot with Victory over Arkansas

The Nebraska volleyball team secured a spot in the NCAA Final Four by defeating Arkansas in a thrilling match. Led by junior outside hitter Merritt Beason's 19 kills, the Huskers won the game (26-24, 25-14, 21-25, 25-23) and improved their record to 32-1. Nebraska will now face Pittsburgh in the national semifinals. Head coach John Cook praised Arkansas for their competitiveness, while Beason's impressive performance and a late run by the Huskers sealed the victory.

via KOLN|
#arkansas#john-cook#merritt-beason
sports2 years ago

Iowa faces South Carolina in NCAA Women's Final Four.

The Iowa women's basketball team is set to play in its first Final Four since 1993 when they take on the reigning national champions, South Carolina, tonight. The Hawkeyes come in as an 11.5-point underdog, according to Tipico Sports. It'll be a matchup between two superstars in Iowa's Caitlin Clark, the Naismith Player of the Year, and Aliyah Boston, who won the honor a season ago. Follow along in this live blog as we take you up to the minute with updates on what's happening on the court in Dallas as the Hawkeyes look to earn a trip to their first-ever national championship game.

via Hawk Central|
#aliyah-boston#caitlin-clark#iowa-basketball
sports2 years ago

Kim Mulkey's Memorable Moments at NCAA Final Four.

LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey wore a black straw cowboy hat to the Tigers' press conference ahead of their Final Four game against Virginia Tech. Mulkey, who is from Louisiana, sang a few lyrics from a George Strait song and joked about her ex-husband. Since joining LSU, Mulkey's flamboyant gameday coaching outfits have become must-see moments in women's college basketball.

via Daily Advertiser|
#cowboy-hat#george-strait#kim-mulkey
sports2 years ago

Aztecs celebrate Final Four berth amidst controversial call and sports world reactions.

The San Diego State men's basketball team received a warm welcome from over 100 fans upon their late-night return to campus after advancing to the NCAA Final Four for the first time. Coach Brian Dutcher and players expressed gratitude for the support and excitement for the upcoming games in Houston. SDSU will face Florida Atlantic in the national semifinal on Saturday.

via The San Diego Union-Tribune|
#basketball#brian-dutcher#fans