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South Alabama's NIT Dreams Crushed, Coach Calls It Unacceptable

3/17/2025

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South Alabama's basketball dreams were dashed when their NIT invitation was snatched away after UC Riverside chose the NIT over the CBI. Coach Richie Riley voiced his frustration, calling the turn of events "unacceptable" and lamenting the disappointment felt by his players. The team concluded their season with a commendable 21-11 record, proudly sharing the Sun Belt Conference title.

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Story summary

South Alabama's basketball dreams were dashed when their NIT invitation was snatched away after UC Riverside chose the NIT over the CBI. Coach Richie Riley voiced his frustration, calling the turn of events "unacceptable" and lamenting the disappointment felt by his players. The team concluded their season with a commendable 21-11 record, proudly sharing the Sun Belt Conference title.