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Hofstra Basketball Celebrates NCAA Return Despite Loss

3/21/2026

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Hofstra University men's basketball team celebrated its first appearance in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament in 25 years, despite a 90-70 loss to Alabama.
Season ticket holder Al Arthur expressed pride and noted the team's strong first half.
Freshman Preston Edmead scored 24 points and plans to return next season.
Owner Louie Selvaggio highlighted the buzz around Hofstra on Long Island and expressed optimism for next year's tournament.

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Hofstra University men's basketball team celebrated its first appearance in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament in 25 years, despite a 90-70 loss to Alabama.
Season ticket holder Al Arthur expressed pride and noted the team's strong first half.
Freshman Preston Edmead scored 24 points and plans to return next season.
Owner Louie Selvaggio highlighted the buzz around Hofstra on Long Island and expressed optimism for next year's tournament.