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Substrate placeholder — needs review · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Michigan Basketball Announces Duke Matchup at Madison Square Garden for December 2026
The University of Michigan men's basketball team, fresh off its 2026 NCAA national championship victory, has scheduled a non-conference game against the Duke Blue Devils. The matchup is set for December 21, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City as part of the Capital Sh…
winnipegfreepress.comCarson Beck Selected by Cardinals in Third Round of 2026 NFL Draft
Former Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck was drafted by the Cardinals with the 65th overall pick in the third round. Beck, who previously played for the Georgia Bulldogs, completed a notable college career that included two national championships and a strong super-senior…
usmagazine.comCarson Beck Undrafted in First Round of 2026 NFL Draft
Miami quarterback Carson Beck remains available after the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Two other quarterbacks were selected ahead of him, including Indiana's Fernando Mendoza at No. 1 overall. Beck, who led Miami to the national championship game in 2025, is expected to be…
espn.comUConn Teammates Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers Consider Continuity in Dallas
Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers played together at UConn for four seasons. They were collectively healthy for about 1.5 of those seasons. The situation raises questions about maintaining their partnership as national champions in Dallas.
Usa TodayUConn Guard Braylon Mullins Announces Return for Sophomore Season
UConn guard Braylon Mullins announced his return for the 2026-27 season via Instagram on April 18, 2026, which is also his birthday. He posted 'Unfinished business' following the team's loss in the 2025-26 national championship. Mullins, a five-star recruit, averaged 12 points pe…
NewsweekRaven Johnson Selected 10th Overall by Indiana Fever in 2026 WNBA Draft
Raven Johnson, a point guard from South Carolina, was chosen 10th overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2026 WNBA Draft. She shared an emotional moment with her college coach Dawn Staley after her selection. Johnson brings a strong college resume including two national championship…
Père Igor / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)Australian Sprinter Gout Gout Wins 200m at National Championships
An 18-year-old Australian sprinter named Gout Gout won the 200m event at the national championships in Sydney. His time was faster than the time recorded by Usain Bolt at age 18. The event took place on April 12, 2026.
Djosiahr / Wikimedia (CC0)Michigan Basketball Coach Dusty May Agrees to Contract Extension
University of Michigan men's basketball coach Dusty May has agreed to a contract extension, according to athletic director Warde Manuel. The agreement follows May's first season leading the team to the national championship game. This extension secures May's position with the pro…
not identified / Wikimedia (Public domain)Michigan Guard Trey McKenney Signs to Return for Next Season
Trey McKenney, a freshman guard for the University of Michigan men's basketball team, has signed to return for the upcoming season, according to reports from ESPN's Pete Thamel and Jeff Borzello. McKenney earned All-Big Ten Freshman honors after averaging 9.9 points per game on t…
espn.comUCLA's Six Seniors Positioned for Potential WNBA Draft Selections
UCLA's women's basketball team featured six seniors who accounted for all points scored during the Final Four. The team reached the national championship game but lost to South Carolina. Reports indicate interest in these players for the upcoming WNBA draft.
Richard Webb / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Australian Sprinter Lachlan Kennedy Runs 100m in 9.96 Seconds at Sydney Nationals
Lachlan Kennedy, a 22-year-old from Queensland, recorded a time of 9.96 seconds in the 100m heat at the Australian national championships in Sydney. This marked the first sub-10-second performance by an Australian on home soil under legal wind conditions. Kennedy improved his per…
Usa Today2026 NCAA Frozen Four Semifinals Feature Michigan vs Denver and North Dakota vs Wisconsin in Las Vegas
The 2026 NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Championship semifinals occur on April 9 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Michigan faces Denver at 8:30 p.m. ET, while North Dakota plays Wisconsin at 5 p.m. ET, both broadcast on ESPN2. Winners advance to the national championship game.
NewsweekLos Angeles Lakers Honor UCLA Women's Basketball National Champions at Crypto.com Arena
The UCLA Bruins women's basketball team was honored by the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night after winning the NCAA national championship. The team defeated South Carolina 79-51 on Sunday to secure their first title. The ceremony took place at Crypto.com Arena during the Lakers…
NewsweekUCLA Women's Basketball Team Wins National Championship with Potential Record WNBA Draft Picks
The UCLA women's basketball team defeated South Carolina 79-51 to win its first national championship. Six senior players from the team are eligible for the WNBA Draft on April 13. The team could set a record for the most players selected from a single university in one draft.
NewsweekUConn's Alex Karaban Posts Farewell Message After National Championship Loss to Michigan
Alex Karaban, a senior forward for the UConn Huskies, played his final college game in a 69-63 loss to the Michigan Wolverines in the national championship. Karaban recorded 17 points and 11 rebounds in the game. He later shared a farewell message listing his career achievements…
Chicago Tribune / Wikimedia (Public domain)Big Ten Conference Secures Three National Championships in Football, Women's and Men's Basketball in Same Academic Year
The Big Ten Conference has become the first in NCAA Division I history to produce national champions in football, women's basketball, and men's basketball within the same academic year. Indiana won the football title, UCLA claimed the women's basketball championship, and Michigan…
Dannel Malloy / Wikimedia (CC BY 2.0)UConn Faces Michigan in Men's NCAA Basketball National Championship
The University of Connecticut men's basketball team meets the University of Michigan in the NCAA national championship game on Monday night in Indianapolis. UConn seeks a third title in four years, while Michigan aims to claim its first since 1989. The matchup tips off at 8:50 p.…
NewsweekNCAA Men's Basketball Championship Game Set for Late Evening Start on April 6, 2026
The 2026 NCAA men's basketball national championship game between the No. 1 seed Michigan Wolverines and No. 2 seed UConn Huskies is scheduled for April 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Tipoff is set for 8:50 p.m. ET, prompting complaints from viewers on the East Coast abo…
NewsweekUConn's Dan Hurley Comments on Michigan's Dusty May Age Before NCAA Championship
UConn Huskies coach Dan Hurley expressed surprise at Michigan Wolverines coach Dusty May's age of 49 ahead of the NCAA men's basketball national championship. The No. 2 seed Huskies will face the No. 1 seed Wolverines on Monday night in Indianapolis. Hurley has led UConn to back-…
Internet Archive Book Images / Wikimedia (No restrictions)UCLA Wins First Women's Basketball National Championship
UCLA defeated the opponent to claim the women's basketball national title, marking the program's first championship. This victory represents the Big Ten Conference's first women's basketball national title since Purdue's win in 1999. The achievement occurred during the March Madn…
Internet Archive Book Images / Wikimedia (Public domain)UCLA Wins Women's Basketball National Championship, First for Big Ten Since 1999
UCLA defeated South Carolina 92-85 to win the NCAA women's basketball national championship. This marks the first national title for the Big Ten conference since Purdue's victory in 1999. The win highlights UCLA's recent transition to the Big Ten after joining in 2024.
NewsweekMichigan Coach Provides Injury Update on Yaxel Lendeborg Ahead of NCAA Championship Against UConn
Michigan coach Dusty May reported that an MRI for forward Yaxel Lendeborg's knee and ankle injuries from the Final Four game against Arizona showed no damage. Lendeborg returned to play in the second half of that game despite the injury. The Wolverines face UConn in the national…
NewsweekUConn Coach Dan Hurley Addresses UNC Job Rumors Ahead of National Championship Game
Dan Hurley, head coach of the UConn Huskies, stated he plans to remain with UConn amid rumors linking him to the University of North Carolina head coaching position. The comments came during an interview one day before UConn's national championship game on Monday night. Hurley re…
NewsweekSouth Carolina Holds Slight Edge Over UCLA in Women's NCAA Championship Odds
South Carolina and UCLA will compete in the women's NCAA basketball national championship on Sunday. According to Kalshi, South Carolina has a 63% chance of winning the title. UCLA's Lauren Betts leads the odds for Most Outstanding Player with 37%.
Group29 / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)UCLA Women's Basketball Team Features Six Graduating Seniors Ahead of National Championship
The UCLA women's basketball team includes six graduating seniors as it prepares for the national championship game. Guard Kiki Rice discussed the significance of reaching this stage for the group. This follows the team's appearance in the Final Four last season, where it did not…
Fox NewsUConn Coach Dan Hurley Faces Boos from Crowd After Final Four Victory Over Illinois
UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley and his team advanced to the national championship with a win over Illinois in the Final Four on Saturday in Indianapolis. During Hurley's postgame interview, the crowd booed him as he approached the microphone following a headbutt with fre…
Liam Enea / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)UConn to Face Michigan in 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship
The University of Connecticut will play the University of Michigan in the national championship game of the 2026 men's NCAA Tournament on Monday night in Indianapolis. This matchup pits two top-seeded teams after Michigan advanced to the final for the first time since 2018. The w…
EspnUCLA Prepares for NCAA Women's Basketball Championship Game Against South Carolina
UCLA is set to face South Carolina in the NCAA women's basketball national championship game on Sunday in Phoenix, marking the Bruins' first appearance in a title game. The team advanced after a 51-44 semifinal win over Texas, drawing on experience from last year's Final Four los…
espn.comUConn Faces Illinois in Men's NCAA Tournament Final Four Semifinal
The University of Connecticut men's basketball team plays the University of Illinois in the NCAA Tournament Final Four semifinal on Saturday. The winner advances to the national championship game against the victor of the Auburn-Alabama matchup. This game marks the start of the F…