By William Armstead - The UConn Huskies defeated the Furman Paladins by a score of 82-71 in the first round of the men’s NCAA basketball tournament on March 20. Tarris Reed Jr. put up a stat line that has not been seen in the tournament for over 60 years. The UConn Huskies were led by … Continue reading UConn Holds Off Furman as Tarris Reed Jr. Delivers Record-Breaking Night
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Providence Friars Drop Exhibition at Pittsburgh but Impress with Early Chemistry
By Tiffany Williams - Providence came out hot but couldn’t hang on, falling to Pittsburgh in an exhibition matchup Sunday at the Petersen Events Center. Despite the loss, the Friars showed plenty of early-season promise behind a strong effort from Jason Edwards and Duncan Powell. Edwards led all scorers with 19 points, while Powell added … Continue reading Providence Friars Drop Exhibition at Pittsburgh but Impress with Early Chemistry
BIG EAST Preseason Awards: Ejiofor Player of the Year, Mullins Freshman of the Year
By Tiffany Williams - St. John's forward Zuby Ejiofor has been named the 2025-26 BIG EAST Preseason Player of the Year in a unanimous vote by the league’s head coaches, while Connecticut guard Braylon Mullins has been selected Preseason Freshman of the Year. The coaches, who were barred from voting for their own players, also … Continue reading BIG EAST Preseason Awards: Ejiofor Player of the Year, Mullins Freshman of the Year