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Tracy Wolfson on star-studded East Regional, sideline reporters having a moment, and Bill Raftery’s fabled nightcaps

This interview originally appeared in the Friday edition of  The A Block, Awful Announcing’s daily newsletter with the latest sports media news, commentary, and analysis. Sign up here and be the first to know everything you need to know about the sports media world. Ahead of tonight’s loaded East Regional featuring Duke, St. John’s, Michigan State, Read more... The post Tracy Wolfson on star-studded East Regional, sideline reporters having a moment, and Bill Raftery’s fabled nightcaps appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Dan Hurley Bids Goodbye to UConn Assistant Coach During NCAA Tournament

In March, the focus for most college basketball coaches remains on chasing the ultimate prize which is the national championship. However, for some coaches like Dan Hurley, distractions can arrive at the worst possible time. This week brought one of those moments for the UConn head coach. As the ...

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UConn Coach Dan Hurley Shares Insane NIL Request From Prospect

UConn coach Dan Hurley faced an unexpected and unfathomable situation. On The Dan Patrick Show on Thursday, the 2x championship-winning coach did not hold back about the turbulent landscape of collegiate basketball. Hurley pointed out that while he handles the film sessions and development, he ...

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UConn Injury Status Updates Ahead of Sweet 16 Game Against Michigan State

The UConn basketball team is preparing for their much anticipated primetime matchup against Michigan State in the 2026 NCAA March Madness Tournament. The Huskies have emerged as a top contender as a No. 2 seed, though injuries have dominated the headlines for the team and instigated questions about the stability and continuity of their roster. […] The post UConn Injury Status Updates Ahead of Sweet 16 Game Against Michigan State appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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College basketball viewing picks for March 27, 2026: How to watch the Men’s and Women’s Sweet 16

All Times Eastern NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Regional Semifinals East Region Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C. Announcers: Ian Eagle/Grant Hill/Bill Raftery//Tracy Wolfson St. John’s vs. Duke — CBS/Paramount+, 7:10 p.m. UConn vs. Michigan State — CBS/Paramount+, approximately 9:45 p.m. Midwest Region United Center, Chicago, IL Announcers: Andrew Catalon/Steve Lappas//Evan Washburn Alabama vs. Michigan — TBS/truTV/HBO Read more... The post College basketball viewing picks for March 27, 2026: How to watch the Men’s and Women’s Sweet 16 appeared first on Awful Announcing.

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Geno Auriemma Reveals the Plight of Coaching Paige Bueckers And Diana Taurasi in Hilarious Comparison

Geno Auriemma is one of the greatest coaches of all time. In more than 40 years of coaching women’s basketball, Geno has not only won everything but also produced some of the greatest talents in college basketball. His list includes Rebecca Lobo, Diana Taurasi, Sue Bird, Maya Moore, Breanna Stewart, Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and […]

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Azzi Fudd Jokingly Calls Out “Nosy” Journalist; Reveals 1 Thing UConn Needs to Win the NCAA Title

UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd had a recent media availability ahead of her team's Sweet 16 matchup of this year's Big Dance, where a reporter asked her about a book she was reading that caused her to jokingly react and claim the reporter as being nosy.

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“She Didn’t Actually Do Anything”: Azzi Fudd Trolls GF Paige Bueckers Attending UConn Practice Ahead of Sweet 16

In her most recent media availability ahead of her team's game in the Sweet 16 of this year's national tournament, UConn Huskies guard Azzi Fudd trolled her girlfriend, Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers, by claiming she did not do much when she joined the Huskies' recent practice.

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“Good Thing I Won’t Be Out There Guarding You Tomorrow”: Azzi Fudd And Sarah Strong Exchange Hilarious Banter Ahead of Sweet 16

UConn Huskies stars Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong engaged in a hilarious back and forth ahead of their Sweet 16 matchup against UNC.

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Paige Bueckers Drops 2-Word Reaction on Her Return to UConn As Geno Auriemma’s Huskies Gear Up for Sweet 16 Clash vs UNC

Geno Auriemma’s UConn Huskies have been firing on all cylinders this season. They finished the regular season unbeaten and now have reached the Sweet 16 for a record 32nd consecutive time. Many believed their level would decline after their marquee star, Paige Bueckers, left for the WNBA last year. However, somehow, they have found another […]

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UConn vs. Michigan State prediction, odds, pick for March Madness Sweet 16

The East Region will see another clash in the Sweet 16 as two March Madness blue bloods meet for a berth to the Elite 8. The No. 3 Michigan State Spartans take on the No. 2 UConn Huskies from Capital One Arena in Washington DC. Check our March Madness odds series for the UConn-Michigan State […] The post UConn vs. Michigan State prediction, odds, pick for March Madness Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn basketball HC Dan Hurley sounds off on necessities of coaching changes in new CBB era

The UConn basketball program has become a powerhouse program in college basketball. They were the first college basketball team to win two straight NCAA championships since the 2006 and 2007 Florida Gators basketball team. One massive reason behind their success has been the continuity of their coaching staff. His staff has gotten looks, and Hurley […] The post UConn basketball HC Dan Hurley sounds off on necessities of coaching changes in new CBB era appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn basketball’s biggest X-factor to make Final Four run out of East Regional

UConn basketball will soon engage in a heavyweight March Madness showdown with Michigan State. Two previous national title winners in Tom Izzo and Dan Hurley are going to out-coach one another. Both powers bring a plethora of star power in this Sweet 16 matchup. Hurley handed Izzo his roses before the Friday tilt in the […] The post UConn basketball’s biggest X-factor to make Final Four run out of East Regional appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Boston College basketball poach top UConn assistant to be new head coach

After the Boston College basketball team fired Earl Grant after a vastly disappointing season, the quest for the program has been to find a new head coach. The wait didn’t come too long as the Boston College basketball team has tapped UConn assistant coach Luke Murray to lead the program, according to Jeff Borzello. “BREAKING: […] The post Boston College basketball poach top UConn assistant to be new head coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Women’s March Madness Tournament falls just short of viewership history

The first two rounds of the women’s NCAA Tournament have left fans entertained, and the standout matchups have racked up the numbers to prove it. The second round of March Madness has become the second-most watched in the history of the women’s tournament, averaging around one million viewers, according to ESPN. The @MarchMadnessWBB 2nd Round […] The post Women’s March Madness Tournament falls just short of viewership history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sweet 16 Betting Bonanza: Embrace March Madness With These Four Top Picks

Looking for a betting edge in the Sweet 16? We break down a game for each region of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, including Texas-Purdue, Iowa-Nebraska, Michigan State-UConn, and Tennessee-Iowa State.

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UConn HC Dan Hurley backs St. John’s resume after seeding controversy

The Sweet 16 is upon us, as March Madness is in full swing. Several of the blue bloods in college basketball remain, looking for a chance at a coveted National Championship. Among them are the two best teams from the Big East conference, UConn and St. John’s. On Thursday, UConn head coach Dan Hurley joined […] The post UConn HC Dan Hurley backs St. John’s resume after seeding controversy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn vs. Michigan State bold predictions for March Madness Sweet 16 clash

The East Region will see yet another clash in the Sweet 16 as two March Madness blue blood programs meet for a berth to the Elite 8. Tom Izzo and the No. 3 Michigan State Spartans will take on Dan Hurley and the No. 2 UConn Huskies for a Sweet 16 tilt from Capital One […] The post UConn vs. Michigan State bold predictions for March Madness Sweet 16 clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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