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Last updated: March 22, 2026, 1:30 AM ET

NCAA Women's Tournament Advances

The field for the women's NCAA Tournament has narrowed to 32 teams, prompting analysts to re-assess the top contenders following the opening weekend upsets. The University of South Carolina dominated Southern in a 103-34 first-round victory, propelled by Joyce Edwards' 27 points and eight rebounds. In a tighter regional contest, USC survived a scare against Clemson, advancing 71-67 in overtime only after a review nullified a potential game-winning Clemson buzzer-beater. Meanwhile, No. 10 seed Virginia achieved the first upset of the bracket, dispatching No. 7 Georgia 82-73 in the opening slate of games.

Men's March Madness Drama Continues

The men's bracket delivered late-night thrills as No. 11 seed Nebraska narrowly outlasted Vanderbilt 74-72 when a last-second heave from beyond half-court by Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner tragically rimmed out. The most improbable run of the tournament so far belongs to Texas, who punched their ticket to the Sweet 16 after upsetting No. 3 seed Gonzaga 74-68. Despite this massive achievement—becoming the first First Four team in five years to reach the regional semifinals—coach Sean Miller insisted his squad should not be classified as a Cinderella.

UFC London Delivers Major Featherweight Shakes

The UFC London card saw significant movement in the featherweight division as Movsar Evloev secured a hard-fought majority decision victory over Lerone Murphy, effectively derailing Murphy's pursuit of a top-15 ranking and a future title shot. On the same card, Mason Jones secured a victory that earned him the coveted Fight of the Night bonus, marking a significant redemption arc nearly four years after suffering his first professional loss in the very same London arena.

College Baseball Coaching Change

In college baseball news, South Carolina has announced a leadership change midway through the season, confirming that Paul Mainieri will depart as head coach. Mainieri’s tenure could not replicate the high level of success he previously achieved leading the LSU Tigers program, prompting the mid-season decision.