Trending Now - Nebraska and Minnesota Celebrate Historic Sweet 16 Advances
WHO:
Amaya Battle, player for the Minnesota Gophers
Dawn Plitzuweit, head coach of the Minnesota Gophers
Cotie McMahon, player for Ole Miss
Yolett McPhee-McCuin, head coach of Ole Miss
Mara Braun, player for the Minnesota Gophers
Tyler Tanner, player for Vanderbilt University
Nebraska Cornhuskers, ranked #4 in the NCAA tournament
Vanderbilt Commodores, ranked #5 in the NCAA tournament
WHAT:
Minnesota defeated Ole Miss 65-63 to advance to the Sweet 16 of the 2026 women's NCAA tournament.
This marks Minnesota's first appearance in the Sweet 16 in 21 years, since 2005.
Amaya Battle scored 14 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists in the game.
The game was the first of the tournament decided by fewer than three points.
Nebraska defeated Vanderbilt 74-72 to advance to the Sweet 16 of the 2026 men's NCAA basketball tournament.
This marks Nebraska's first appearance in the Sweet 16 in program history.
Tyler Tanner attempted a half-court shot at the buzzer during the game.
The shot rimmed out, meaning it did not go in, resulting in Nebraska surviving the game against Vanderbilt.
The game was part of the second round of the 2026 men's NCAA basketball tournament.
WHERE:
The game took place at Williams Arena in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The game took place in the United States as part of the NCAA tournament.
WHEN:
The event occurred on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026.
The event occurred during the 2026 NCAA tournament, specifically in the second round.
HOW:
Amaya Battle made the game-winning shot after driving toward the lane and creating space along the baseline.
Tyler Tanner executed a half-court shot in a frantic finish to the game.
(UPDATED March 23, 2026 01:28 UTC)
In an exciting finish at Williams Arena in Minneapolis on Sunday, March 22, Minnesota edged out Ole Miss 65 to 63, marking the Gophers' first Sweet 16 appearance in 21 years. Amaya Battle led the charge with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists, capping off her performance with the game-winning shot after a strong drive to the lane. This thrilling matchup was the first of the tournament to be decided by fewer than three points.
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(UPDATED March 22, 2026 23:16 UTC)
In a thrilling matchup last night, Nebraska defeated Vanderbilt with a close score of 74 to 72, securing their spot in the Sweet 16 of the 2026 men's NCAA basketball tournament. This victory marks a historic moment for Nebraska, as it is their first-ever appearance in the Sweet 16. Fans are celebrating this significant achievement for the program as they continue their journey in the tournament.
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(UPDATED March 22, 2026 21:14 UTC)
In a thrilling finish during the second round of the 2026 men's NCAA basketball tournament, Tyler Tanner of Vanderbilt University attempted a half-court shot at the buzzer against the Nebraska Cornhuskers, who are ranked #4. Unfortunately for Vanderbilt, the shot rimmed out, allowing Nebraska to survive the game, as they were ranked #5. This intense matchup showcased the excitement of college basketball, with Tanner's last-second effort falling just short.