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Levu's Ninth-Inning Walk-Off Sac Fly Sends No. 1 UCLA to Big Ten Semis
baseball4 days ago

Levu's Ninth-Inning Walk-Off Sac Fly Sends No. 1 UCLA to Big Ten Semis

Mulivai Levu's walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth capped UCLA's 4-3 comeback win over Purdue in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals, sending the No. 1 Bruins to the semifinals against USC. UCLA erased a 3-0 deficit with an eighth-inning rally that included Roman Martin's RBI triple and Payton Brennan's RBI single to tie the game at 3-3, then Levu delivered the decisive hit on his 2-for-3 night as Easton Hawk and the bullpen closed it out.

via uclabruins.com|
#baseball#big-ten-tournament#levu
NBC sticks with Peacock-exclusive Notre Dame game in 2026, Purdue eyed as likely pick
sports20 days ago

NBC sticks with Peacock-exclusive Notre Dame game in 2026, Purdue eyed as likely pick

Notre Dame's 2026 schedule includes seven NBC home games plus one Peacock-exclusive game that hasn't been officially announced yet. The most likely Peacock game is the Sept. 26 matchup at Purdue, consistent with NBC’s Big Ten alignment, though Navy at Foxborough is also a possible neutral-site option; NBC says the Peacock game will be revealed soon.

via Awful Announcing|
#college-football#nbc-sports#notre-dame-fighting-irish
Barkley Critiques Arizona's Effort as Purdue Surges to Halftime Lead
sports1 month ago

Barkley Critiques Arizona's Effort as Purdue Surges to Halftime Lead

At halftime of Purdue vs. Arizona, Charles Barkley criticized Arizona's first-half effort, pointing to Purdue’s edge on the boards and Arizona’s shooting struggles. Purdue closed the half strong with strong defense and multi-shot opportunities, while Arizona’s Bradley and Krivas have to elevate their play for a comeback. The Wildcats need to win the paint and curb Purdue’s pace if they want to stay competitive in the game.

via Zona Zealots|
#arizona#basketball#college-basketball
Arizona storms into Final Four with late surge over Purdue
sports1 month ago

Arizona storms into Final Four with late surge over Purdue

Arizona trailed Purdue by seven at halftime but exploded for a 48-26 second half to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 2001. Coach Tommy Lloyd emphasized a player-led locker room and effective halftime adjustments, while players praised defense on Purdue’s guards, the team’s togetherness, and the support from a passionate Tucson crowd as they prepare for Indiana. Koa Peat and other Wildcats were highlighted for delivering in key moments as Arizona cemented its historic run.

via Arizona Desert Swarm|
#arizona#basketball#final-four
Arizona Breaks 25-Year Final Four Drought with Second-Half Rally Over Purdue
sports2 months ago

Arizona Breaks 25-Year Final Four Drought with Second-Half Rally Over Purdue

Arizona erased a seven-point halftime deficit and pulled away in the second half to defeat Purdue 79-64, earning a long-awaited Final Four berth for the first time since 2001. Freshman Koa Peat led the effort with 20 points as Arizona controlled the paint and sealed the win, setting up a possible showdown with Michigan or Tennessee in Indianapolis. Purdue’s trio of seniors—Loyer, Smith, and Kaufman-Renn—also wrote a memorable chapter, ending their era as they exit the tournament.

via CBS Sports|
#arizona#elite-eight#final-four
Boilermakers Tackle Arizona in a Slow-Tempo, Experience-Driven Preview
sports2 months ago

Boilermakers Tackle Arizona in a Slow-Tempo, Experience-Driven Preview

Purdue faces KenPom No. 1 Arizona in a high-stakes showdown that should favor Purdue’s experience if they can slow the pace and control the boards. The piece outlines Arizona’s young, talented roster, Purdue’s veteran rotation led by Braden Smith, and suggests a grind-it-out game that pairs Purdue’s set defense with limiting fast-breaks, trading 2-pointers for Purdue’s 3s, to keep the game within reach and potentially pull off an upset.

via hammerandrails.com|
#arizona#college-basketball#kenpom
Michigan Tops Elite Eight Championship Odds in 2026 March Madness
sports2 months ago

Michigan Tops Elite Eight Championship Odds in 2026 March Madness

Eight teams remain in the 2026 NCAA men’s tournament, ranked by national championship odds from No. 1 to No. 8: Michigan, Arizona, Duke, Illinois, Purdue, UConn, Iowa, and Tennessee. The Elite Eight matchups are Illinois vs Iowa and Arizona vs Purdue in one region, and Michigan vs Tennessee and Duke vs UConn in the other. The piece highlights Michigan’s ceiling, Arizona’s balance and dominance, and notes Duke’s injuries, Illinois’ peak form, Purdue’s high-powered offense, UConn’s strong coaching with some inconsistency, Iowa’s grind-heavy style led by Stirtz, and Tennessee’s rebounding toughness as factors shaping the title race.

via SB Nation|
#arizona#duke#illinois
Purdue’s veteran edge to test Arizona in a tight Elite Eight showdown
sports2 months ago

Purdue’s veteran edge to test Arizona in a tight Elite Eight showdown

A Purdue expert argues the Boilermakers must slow the game to counter Arizona’s offense, relying on a veteran core—Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and Trey Kaufman-Renn—to guide them. After a clunky 4-for-20 from three against Texas, Purdue’s improved defense and pace control give them a real chance to advance, with a predicted final score of 78-75 in favor of Purdue, signaling a potential return to the Final Four driven by experience and efficient ball movement.

via azdesertswarm.com|
#arizona#braden-smith#ncaa-tournament
Last-second Tip-In Sparks Purdue Past Texas as Arizona Cruises in Sweet 16
sports2 months ago

Last-second Tip-In Sparks Purdue Past Texas as Arizona Cruises in Sweet 16

Purdue edged Texas 79-77 on Trey Kaufman-Renn’s last-second tip-in to reach the Elite Eight, capping a dramatic Sweet 16 run; Arizona routed Arkansas 109-88 to advance to the regional final; Houston was held to 65-55 by Illinois in a disappointing exit for the top-seeded Cougars; the piece also highlights standout performances, cheers/jeers, and previews Friday’s schedule.

via sbnation.com|
#arizona#houston#note
Kaufman-Renn's clutch tip-in lifts Purdue into the Elite Eight
sports2 months ago

Kaufman-Renn's clutch tip-in lifts Purdue into the Elite Eight

Purdue escaped Texas 79-77 in the Sweet 16 when Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped in Braden Smith's miss with 0.7 seconds left, sending the Boilermakers to the Elite Eight to face Arizona. Kaufman-Renn finished with 20 points, Loyer 18, Smith 16, while Texas' Jordan Pope poured in 29. Purdue won with 22 second-chance points and despite a cold night from three (only Loyer hit multiple threes), and the win gave Purdue's senior class a school-record 117 victories over four seasons.

via On3|
#elite-eight#ncaa-tournament#purdue