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Mount St. Mary's Upsets American, Advances to Face Duke

3/20/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a thrilling NCAA Tournament First Four clash, the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers triumphed over the American University Eagles with an 83-72 victory. Dola Adebayo and Jedy Cordilia shone brightly, each netting 22 points. This hard-fought win propels the Mountaineers into a high-stakes showdown against top-seeded Duke in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday.

History

Historical Context

Mount St. Mary's upset victory over American University echoes the NCAA's history of surprises. In 2023, nine upsets occurred, including Fairleigh Dickinson's historic win as a 16-seed against a 1-seed. The Mountaineers now face Duke, a powerhouse in the NCAA, known for its fierce rivalries and championship pedigree.

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Story summary

In a thrilling NCAA Tournament First Four clash, the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers triumphed over the American University Eagles with an 83-72 victory. Dola Adebayo and Jedy Cordilia shone brightly, each netting 22 points. This hard-fought win propels the Mountaineers into a high-stakes showdown against top-seeded Duke in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday.

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