General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 1:48 AM ET
College Basketball
The Big Ten requested the NCAA pause tampering inquiries amid ongoing investigations into recruiting violations, while Arizona State parted ways with Bobby Hurley following an 11-season tenure that concluded with a Big 12 tournament elimination. Elsewhere, Chris Partridge filed suit against Michigan, alleging he was made a scapegoat in the program's sign-stealing scandal and seeking damages from the university and athletic director Warde Manuel.
Women's Basketball
Caitlin Clark returned with a dominant performance, registering 17 points and 12 assists in 19 minutes to lead Team USA to a 110-64 victory in FIBA World Cup qualifiers. Six players, including Clark, made their Team USA debuts in the convincing win, with the game marking Clark's first appearance since July as the U.S. team continues preparation for international competition.
Hockey
In an emotional moment, Colin Dorgan delivered a game-winning goal in double overtime for his Blackstone Valley team, just weeks after losing three family members in a mass shooting at a Rhode Island rink. The senior's heroic performance provided inspiration and healing for both his team and community during a difficult period.