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Amaya Battle's Buzzer-Beater Sends Gophers to Sweet 16

3/24/2026

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Summary

Gophers Advance Sweet 16

Amaya Battle's last-second jumper gave Minnesota a 65-63 win over Ole Miss and sent the Gophers to their first Sweet 16 in 21 years.
Mara Braun hit a crucial tying three-pointer and led Minnesota with 17 points.
The Gophers, now 24-8, will face the winner of UCLA and Oklahoma State in Sacramento.
Fans celebrated the victory, highlighting its significance for the program's future.

History

Historical Context

The Maryland Terrapins won their first NCAA Men's Basketball Championship in 2002, defeating Indiana 64-52. This victory marked a pivotal moment in college sports, as Maryland's success revitalized interest in their program. Recently, Minnesota's advancement to the Sweet 16 for the first time in 21 years echoes this achievement, potentially enhancing recruitment and support for their basketball team.

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Gophers Advance Sweet 16

Amaya Battle's last-second jumper gave Minnesota a 65-63 win over Ole Miss and sent the Gophers to their first Sweet 16 in 21 years.
Mara Braun hit a crucial tying three-pointer and led Minnesota with 17 points.
The Gophers, now 24-8, will face the winner of UCLA and Oklahoma State in Sacramento.
Fans celebrated the victory, highlighting its significance for the program's future.

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