NCAA

Who are Aday Mara's parents? The Spanish roots behind the Michigan star

SAM — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:05:26 +0200

As Aday Mara continues to make waves in college basketball, fans have grown increasingly curious about the roots behind the towering Michigan Wolverines star.

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Mad genius or March villain? The wild quirks and controversies of Dan Hurley

NACHO DUQUE, Kevin Carter — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:22:21 +0200

The last obstacle for Michigan to become college champion is UConn coach Dan Hurley, one of the most controversial and histrionic inhabitants of the NCAA benches. At 53 years old, he is a celebrity in American basketball who even allowed himself the luxury of turning down the Lakers, who ended up betting on JJ Redick. Not only has he made a name for himself with his two titles in 2023 and 2024, but also his questionable behavior during games: shouting at his players, constant protests to the referees... "I'm intense. It's not easy to coach my games," he says.

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Tears of a champion: Gabriela Jaquez's heartfelt reaction to winning the national title goes viral

Scott Harris — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:20:22 +0200

After winning the women's NCAA championship with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Gabriela Jaquez expressed her feelings about winning the first championship in the history of that institution by defeating the University of South Carolina by a score of 79-51.

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Caitlin Clark praises Gabriela Jaquez's historic performance with simple 3-word shoutout

Patrick Spencer — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 02:24:53 +0200

WNBA superstar and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark reacted to the standout performance of UCLA Bruins guard Gabriela Jaquez, who powered her team to its first national championship with a dominant double-double.

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Bill Belichick faces $300K lawsuit from injured worker

Jose Rodriguez — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:00:37 +0200

Bill Belichick's second offseason with North Carolina is shaping up to be far quieter than his chaotic first year in Chapel Hill - but the 73-year-old coach is still dealing with unwanted distractions.

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Who is Gabriela Jaquez? All about the UCLA star's family and Mexican roots

GUSTAVO PINEDA, Patrick Spencer — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:23:35 +0200

The NCAA women's basketball championship not only crowned a new champion team at UCLA, but also solidified the identity of a player with her own identity: Gabriela Jaquez, a player of Mexican descent who shone brightest in the game's biggest moment.

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Gabriela Jaquez powers UCLA to dominant win over South Carolina for first title

AP — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:05 +0200

Gabriela Jaquez scored 21 points, Lauren Betts added 16, and UCLA routed South Carolina 79-51 on Sunday to win its first NCAA women's basketball championship.

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March Madness Winners List: All NCAA basketball champions until today

SAM — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:46:35 +0200

UCLA stands as the most successful program in NCAA Men's Basketball history, boasting an impressive 11 championship titles. Under the legendary coach John Wooden, the Bruins dominated the college basketball landscape during the 1960s and 1970s, winning an unprecedented 10 championships in 12 years.

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How much money will UCLA take home for the NCAA Women's Championship game?

CALIOPE SMITH — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:46:32 +0200

The 2026 women's national title game between UCLA Bruins women's basketball and South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball isn't just about a trophy-it also carries growing financial stakes as the NCAA continues to expand revenue distribution in women's basketball.

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UCLA Women's Basketball Parade 2026: Time, route, and how to watch the NCAA Championship celebration

CALIOPE SMITH — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:45:59 +0200

After a thrilling tournament run that culminated in the national championship game, UCLA Bruins women's basketball emerged as champions of the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament.

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Cori Close Family: All about the parents and siblings of the UCLA head coach

CALIOPE SMITH — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:25:39 +0200

As Cori Close leads the UCLA Bruins women's basketball to one of the most successful eras in program history, much of her coaching philosophy can be traced back to her parents, Don and Patti Close.

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March Madness Prize Money 2026: The millions at stake in the NCAA tournament

RAÍZ — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:58:21 +0200

As the 87th edition of the NCAA Basketball Tournament tips off this Tuesday in Dayton, the conversation could not be different. Beyond the prestige of the Final Four and the future stories that we witness, there is a complex, financial engine that must be understood. The NCAA Basketball Performance Fund.

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