Arkansas Upset Duke in Front of Record Crowd, and Fans Loved It:

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Lottery player does a double take after scratching NC ticket. ‘I just got so excited’

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Lottery player does a double take after scratching NC ticket. ‘I just got so excited’

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Purdue basketball's Mason Gillis announces he's transferring to Duke: Mason Gillis was the Big Ten's Sixth Man of the Year and helped Purdue reach the NCAA title ...

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Apr 15

Zvonimir Ivisic is the first former Kentucky player to follow John Calipari to Arkansas

Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena

Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.

Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.

All of this to greet back a beloved figure.

"We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."

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Apr 19

Sean Stewart to Transfer, Becomes Duke's 10th Departure: Stewart is the seventh Duke player to enter the transfer portal.

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Apr 23

Former Kentucky Recruit Karter Knox to Join John Calipari at Arkansas, per Report

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Apr 17

Duke Guard Jeremy Roach Enters Transfer Portal, per Report: The Blue Devils will enter next season without their top-three scorers.

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Apr 08

‘You can have him.’ Why John Calipari’s exit from Kentucky is best for both parties.

Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari

John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.

The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.

Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.

This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.

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What will Duke basketball roster look like next to Cooper Flagg and Tyrese Proctor?

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No. 4 Virginia lacrosse sticking with goalie Matthew Nunes: Virginia coach Lars Tiffany said junior goaltender Matthew Nunes has recovered from the injury that ...

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Apr 22

New nonprofit tackles food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas' Hispanic community: Arkansas has the highest food insecurity rate in the nation.

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Apr 12

Duke basketball star Kyle Filipowski leaves Blue Devils, enters 2024 NBA Draft

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Apr 18

How former Olympics star Jordyn Wieber put Arkansas gymnastics on the map: As a teen, Wieber endured abuse and toxicity to win gold at the 2012 Olympics ...

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Apr 25

Former Blue Ridge basketball star Maliq Brown transfers from Syracuse to Duke: Former Blue Ridge basketball star Maliq Brown transfers from Syracuse to Duke.

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Duke football lineman Graham Barton selected in the first round of the NFL Draft

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Apr 09

Connecticut joins elite group of best men's NCAA national champs. Who else is on the list?

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Clemson, South Carolina football in same division? It would happen in ‘Super League’ plan

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Apr 11

Trinity basketball names Bret Saxton permanent head coach after interim run in 2024

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Apr 09

Duke Starting Forward Mark Mitchell Announces Intention to Enter Transfer Portal: Duke forward Mark Mitchell has announced on Tuesday that he plans to enter the ...

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Apr 07

Is Caitlin Clark the GOAT? A national title would ‘seal the deal,’ Dawn Staley says

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South Carolina assistant was the ‘difference maker’ in championship, Dawn Staley says

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Everything John Calipari said during his first press conference as Arkansas basketball coach

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Total Solar Eclipse Countdown Begins as Weather Threatens to Spoil the View: Texas and Arkansas were supposed to be among the best U.S. spots to witness the ...

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Quick Glance: The future total solar eclipses

The next total solar eclipse in North America will occur on March 30, 2033, not in twenty years.

The 2033 eclipse will offer a unique spectacle in Alaska after sunrise, coinciding with the aurora borealis season. Additionally, the path of totality extends to Siberia.

The eclipse on August 23, 2044, will be visible in Montana and North Dakota, with Greenland and parts of Canada along the path.

An equally remarkable eclipse to the 2024 event will take place on August 12, 2045, covering Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Florida in its path of totality.

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Tipsheet: Arkansas celebrates Calipari's arrival while Kentucky settles for Plan B hire

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Apr 10

EPA sets new, strict limits on forever chemicals in drinking water. What it will mean

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Perfection: No. 1 South Carolina beats Iowa to win 2024 NCAA national championship

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Two perfect 10s from Haleigh Bryant propels LSU to NCAA regional gymnastics title

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2025 NCAA men’s college basketball odds: Duke, Kansas favored to win national title ahead of UConn

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UConn repeats as NCAA basketball champs, smothers Purdue in final: UConn beat Purdue 75-60 to become the first team since 2007 to capture back-to-back national ...

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J. Cole’s net worth: How NC's favorite rapper makes his millions: J. Cole, a multi-hyphenate rapper, producer, and newly minted professional basketball player ...

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Dean’s List: Another NC public university leader faces ‘no confidence’ vote from faculty

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Billy Richmond was the last 2024 UK basketball recruit to decommit. He has new college plans.

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Apr 25

Houston Texans podcast: New jersey and the 2024 NFL draft: The Chronicle’s Jonathan M. Alexander and Jerome Solomon break down what the Texans could do in the ...

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MIT Technology Review

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This architect is cutting up materials to make them stronger and lighter: Emily Baker hopes her designs can make it cheaper and easier to build stuff in disaster ...

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Xavier Legette to the Carolina Panthers? Why former South Carolina WR sees a fit: What former USC Gamecocks receiver for Shane Beamer said about fit with NFL ...

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Duke News: Two of Blue Devils' Biggest Stars Officially Declare for NBA Draft: Two Duke Blue Devils, guard Jared McCain and center Kyle Filipowski ...

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‘Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, chitchat.’ Calipari takes massive brand with him to Arkansas.

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Apr 07

Two perfect 10s from Haleigh Bryant propels LSU to NCAA regional gymnastics title

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UConn Huskies outlast Duke Blue Devils in Sweet 16 - ESPN: Nika Muhl finished with eight assists, six rebounds and four steals on Saturday night in Portland ...

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Is Caitlin Clark the GOAT? A national title would ‘seal the deal,’ Dawn Staley says

Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship

South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.

Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.

It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.

The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.

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N.C. State and its 2 DJs headed to 1st Final Four since 1983 after 76-64 win over Duke

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Quick Glance: NC State Advances to First Final Four Since 1983: DJ Burns Leads Upset

NC State makes fourth Final Four appearance, first since 1983, by defeating Duke in a thrilling 74-64 game.

DJ Burns Jr. scored 29 points to lead the Pack against Duke after struggling in the ACC Season.

Burns was defended by Mark Mitchell and Ryan Young after Kyle Filipowski fouled out, contributing to his standout performance.

Duke's McCain excelled with 32 points, while Proctor's disappointing performance may impact his draft decision.

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Duke vs. Houston game today: Who will win the Sweet 16 March Madness contest?: The No. 1 Houston Cougars (32-4) took an early lead against the No ...

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Jon Scheyer still seeking Duke's 1st Final Four after Mike Krzyzewski, likes program's direction

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Final Four first look: NC State vs. Purdue odds, lines and trends: The No. 11 seed NC State Wolfpack (26-14) and the top-seeded Purdue Boilermakers (33-4) meet ...

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LSU baseball is shaking up its starting rotation against Arkansas. Here's how.: FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — LSU baseball will not start right-hander Luke Holman against ...

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Women’s NCAA Tournament upset picks: Can Duke take down Ohio State?: Peter Keating and Jordan Brenner break down why Duke has a chance to upset Ohio State on ...

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NCAA Tournament 2024: Duke-James Madison among best March Madness games today: The 2024 NCAA Tournament slate includes eight games on Sunday. Here are five March ...

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Quick Glance: Top March Madness Games Today in NCAA Tournament 2024

The first few days of the 2024 NCAA Tournament have brought a wave of excitement among fans. Surprises, contentious endings, and emerging talents have stirred up the madness early on this season.

Today, the second round of March Madness kicks off with an eight-game lineup. Here are the top five games that should be on your radar:

This faceoff showcases two standout point guards in college basketball, Simpson and Marquette's Tyler Kolek. This showdown alone promises an exhilarating watch as both teams compete for a spot in the Sweet 16.

In the West region, a clash unfolds between two teams that dominated their first-round matchups. Baylor secured a 92-67 victory against Colgate, while Clemson triumphed over New Mexico with a score of 77-56. Can Clemson's defense contain Baylor's potent offense? Stay tuned for the outcome.

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Women’s March Madness live updates: South Carolina cruises past UNC, scores today, highlights

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NCAA women’s Sweet 16 breakdowns and predictions: Is an Iowa-LSU rematch in store?

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Mar 20

Biden campaign sets sights on flipping North Carolina in 2024: President Biden’s reelection campaign is eyeing North Carolina as a state to flip in 2024 ...

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LSU gymnastics heads to NCAA regional seeking 'true identity' as one of nation's top teams

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Lottery player buys ticket days before her birthday. Then comes ‘life-changing’ prize

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Houston's 5 Sweet 16s in a row its best run since Phi Slama Jama. Duke has done a lot since then

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Duke commit Cooper Flagg named Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of the Year

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America's new innovation hotspots, mapped: The Fayetteville, Ark. metro area had a 144% increase in the number of patents granted over a 10-year period.

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Quick Glance: Long-range Shooting Elevates South Carolina's Dominance on the Road to Elite Eight

South Carolina's impressive performance in long-range shooting adds a new dimension to their gameplay.

The Gamecocks achieved a season-best 50% from the 3-point range against Indiana.

With a strong inside-outside game strategy, South Carolina appears nearly unbeatable.

Despite being a young team, South Carolina has shown they can find solutions in challenging situations.

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