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UMBC Retrievers Enter NCAA Tournament on 12-Game Streak

3/18/2026

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The UMBC Retrievers men's basketball team will compete in the NCAA Tournament for the third time after posting their best America East record and winning their third America East championship.
They enter the tournament on a 12-game winning streak.
They will face the Howard Bison, with a possible matchup against No. 1 seed Michigan Wolverines.
Ace Valentine and DJ Armstrong Jr. credited success to team chemistry and a fresh start.

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Story summary

The UMBC Retrievers men's basketball team will compete in the NCAA Tournament for the third time after posting their best America East record and winning their third America East championship.
They enter the tournament on a 12-game winning streak.
They will face the Howard Bison, with a possible matchup against No. 1 seed Michigan Wolverines.
Ace Valentine and DJ Armstrong Jr. credited success to team chemistry and a fresh start.