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TCU Upsets Ohio State with Last-Second Layup!

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

TCU Horned Frogs defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes 66-64 in the NCAA Tournament first round on March 19, 2026.
The ninth-seeded TCU Horned Frogs built a 15-point halftime lead before Ohio State mounted a comeback.
Xavier Edmonds scored the game-winning layup with 4.1 seconds left.
Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton, the Buckeyes’ leading scorer, was held to 10 points as TCU advances to face top-seeded Duke Blue Devils.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Tournament was historic, as Villanova, an eighth seed, defeated the top-seeded Georgetown Hoyas 66-64 on April 1, marking one of the biggest upsets in tournament history. This victory not only secured Villanova's first national championship but also highlighted the unpredictability of March Madness, a trend that continues to resonate with fans and underdog teams today.

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Story summary

TCU Horned Frogs defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes 66-64 in the NCAA Tournament first round on March 19, 2026.
The ninth-seeded TCU Horned Frogs built a 15-point halftime lead before Ohio State mounted a comeback.
Xavier Edmonds scored the game-winning layup with 4.1 seconds left.
Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton, the Buckeyes’ leading scorer, was held to 10 points as TCU advances to face top-seeded Duke Blue Devils.

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