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sports1 year ago

Nebraska Volleyball Sweeps Miami to Reach Sweet 16

Nebraska's volleyball team advanced to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament by sweeping Miami in straight sets, marking their 40th NCAA Regional appearance. The Huskers showcased a strong performance with a .293 hitting percentage and a solid defense, limiting Miami to a .058 hitting percentage. Key players included Harper Murray with nine kills and Rebekah Allick with six kills and seven blocks. Nebraska will host the regional in Lincoln, facing Dayton next, with the winner advancing to the Final Four.

sports1 year ago

"March Madness 2024: Men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 to Final Four - Schedule, Streaming, and Scouting Report"

The men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 continues with the Final Four games today, featuring No. 1 Purdue vs. No. 11 NC State at 6:09 PM ET and No. 1 UConn vs. No. 4 Alabama at 8:49 PM ET, both airing on TBS/TNT/tru TV. NC State enters the Final Four on a nine-game winning streak, while UConn, Alabama, and Purdue also secured their spots in the Final Four with impressive victories.

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"Record-Breaking Viewership: Iowa's March Madness Journey Makes History"

ESPN's coverage of the NCAA Women’s Sweet 16 games set a new record with 2.4 million viewers, marking a 96% increase from the previous year. The Iowa Hawkeyes' victory over the Colorado Buffaloes drew the largest audience ever for a Sweet 16 game at 6.9 million viewers, while UCLA-LSU came in second with 3.8 million viewers. Overall, the 2024 NCAA Division I Women’s Championship has seen a 104% increase in viewership compared to last year.

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"UConn Advances to Elite Eight After Defeating Duke in March Madness"

The UConn Huskies secured a spot in the Elite Eight by defeating the Duke Blue Devils 53-45 in a defensive battle, with Paige Bueckers leading the way with 24 points. Despite facing multiple injuries and a challenging season, UConn's regional final appearance ties the program's record and sets up a matchup against the USC Trojans for a Final Four spot. Coach Geno Auriemma expressed surprise at the team's success after earlier doubts, and highlighted the resilience of the players in making crucial plays when needed.

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"Caitlin Clark Leads Iowa to Elite Eight with Precision Passing and Stellar Performance"

In the NCAA Women's Tournament Sweet 16, LSU, Iowa, USC, and UConn secured victories to advance to the Elite Eight, setting up exciting matchups for the next round. LSU's Flau'jae Johnson led her team to a hard-fought win over UCLA, while Iowa's Caitlin Clark propelled her team past Colorado. USC held off Baylor to reach its first Elite Eight since 1994, and UConn managed to hold off Duke's comeback attempt. The stage is now set for a rematch of the 2023 national championship game between Iowa and LSU, while UConn will face USC in the Elite Eight.

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"Rematch Set: Iowa Hawkeyes to Face LSU Tigers in Elite Eight Showdown"

The Iowa Hawkeyes secured a dominant 89-68 victory over Colorado in the Sweet 16, setting up a rematch with the LSU Tigers in the NCAA women's basketball tournament. Guard Caitlin Clark led the Hawkeyes with 29 points and 15 assists, expressing excitement for the upcoming game. Meanwhile, LSU faced drama surrounding coach Kim Mulkey and player interactions with UCLA, adding anticipation to the highly anticipated matchup.

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"UConn vs. Duke: Women's March Madness Sweet 16 Live Updates and Scores"

UConn faces Duke in the women's Sweet 16 matchup, aiming to avoid an upset similar to last year's. The game will take place on Saturday, March 30, at 8 p.m. ET, with UConn favored to win due to their strong offensive capabilities, led by standout player Paige Bueckers. Duke's success may hinge on slowing down the game's pace to limit UConn's scoring opportunities.

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"Flau’jae Johnson Leads LSU to Elite Eight with 24-Point Performance Against UCLA"

LSU Tigers defeated UCLA Bruins 78-69 in a tightly contested Sweet 16 matchup, advancing to the Elite Eight behind Flau’jae Johnson’s 24 points and 12 rebounds. The game featured 13 lead changes, with LSU prevailing despite a close fourth quarter. UCLA struggled with three-point shooting in the first half but made a comeback in the third quarter. Star players Flau’jae Johnson and Angel Reese led LSU's victory, while Lauren Betts stood out for UCLA.

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LSU's Flau'Jae Johnson leads Sweet 16 comeback win against UCLA

LSU guard Flau'Jae Johnson led her team to a 78-69 Sweet 16 victory over UCLA, scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds in a tense game marked by on-court tensions and a late-game comeback. UCLA's coach denied any unsportsmanlike behavior from her team, while LSU's coach Kim Mulkey's preemptive defense against media scrutiny seemed to fuel her team's fight. The victory advances LSU to the Elite Eight, with Johnson's standout performance and the team's collective effort proving their determination to reach the championship.

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"LSU vs. UCLA: Women's Tournament Showdown and Final Score Updates"

LSU advances to the Elite Eight after a hard-fought win over UCLA, with Flau'jae Johnson leading the Tigers with 24 points and 12 rebounds. The defending champions are now set to face the winner of the Iowa vs. Colorado game. Meanwhile, the NCAA Women's Tournament Sweet 16 continues with upcoming games featuring USC vs. Baylor and Connecticut vs. Duke.

sports1 year ago

"March Madness Sweet 16: Live Scores, Highlights, and Updates"

The NCAA tournament's Sweet 16 continues with a loaded slate of six games, featuring stars like Iowa's Caitlin Clark and UConn's Paige Bueckers. On the women's side, UCLA and LSU are in a tight battle, with LSU holding a narrow lead at halftime. The men's side sees top-seeded UConn facing off against Illinois and Alabama taking on Clemson in a surprise Elite Eight matchup.

sports1 year ago

LSU vs. UCLA: NCAA Women's Tournament Sweet 16 Action Begins

LSU advances to the Elite Eight after a hard-fought win over UCLA, with Flau'jae Johnson leading the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Iowa dominates Colorado in the Sweet 16 with Caitlin Clark's impressive performance, scoring 25 points and delivering 12 assists. The NCAA Women's Tournament continues with live coverage and updates on the remaining games.

sports1 year ago

"LSU vs. UCLA: Women's March Madness Sweet 16 Showdown"

The women's NCAA tournament's Sweet 16 games feature top teams and players like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Paige Bueckers. The day's schedule includes LSU vs. UCLA, Iowa vs. Colorado, USC vs. Baylor, and UConn vs. Duke. Notably, Caitlin Clark is set to play against Colorado, and USA Basketball has named her to the 2024 Olympics training camp roster. The tournament's star power and game locations promise an exciting viewing experience for fans.