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TCU Edges Ohio State in Thrilling NCAA Opener

3/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

TCU defeated Ohio State 66-64 in the NCAA tournament opener, overcoming a second-half rally.
Forward David Punch had previously claimed TCU would win "nine out of 10 times," while posting 16 points and 13 rebounds.
Xavier Edmonds scored 16 points, including the game-winning layup with 4.3 seconds left.
Bruce Thornton's buzzer-beater miss left John Mobley Jr. motivated to improve next season.
TCU advances to face Duke in the next round.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Tournament marked a turning point in college basketball, featuring Villanova's stunning 66-64 victory over the top-seeded Georgetown Hoyas on April 1. This upset, considered one of the greatest in tournament history, showcased Villanova's remarkable shooting performance of 78.6%. The tournament's expansion to 64 teams that year also set the stage for future surprises, influencing the competitive landscape of college basketball.

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Story summary

TCU defeated Ohio State 66-64 in the NCAA tournament opener, overcoming a second-half rally.
Forward David Punch had previously claimed TCU would win "nine out of 10 times," while posting 16 points and 13 rebounds.
Xavier Edmonds scored 16 points, including the game-winning layup with 4.3 seconds left.
Bruce Thornton's buzzer-beater miss left John Mobley Jr. motivated to improve next season.
TCU advances to face Duke in the next round.

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