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UMBC Claims America East Title, Defeats Vermont 74-59

3/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Retrievers defeated Vermont 74-59 on March 14, 2026, to win the America East championship.
DJ Armstrong Jr. scored a career-high 33 points, including four late three-pointers, as UMBC improved to 24-8 and Vermont finished 22-12.
The win ends Vermont's bid for a seventh NCAA tournament appearance under head coach John Becker and sends UMBC to Selection Sunday.

History

Historical Context

In 2018, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) made history by defeating Virginia, becoming the first 16-seed to beat a 1-seed in the NCAA tournament. This upset followed UMBC's victory over Vermont in the America East Championship, showcasing the unpredictable nature of college basketball and inspiring future teams to challenge established powerhouses in the tournament.

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Story summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Retrievers defeated Vermont 74-59 on March 14, 2026, to win the America East championship.
DJ Armstrong Jr. scored a career-high 33 points, including four late three-pointers, as UMBC improved to 24-8 and Vermont finished 22-12.
The win ends Vermont's bid for a seventh NCAA tournament appearance under head coach John Becker and sends UMBC to Selection Sunday.

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