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UConn, South Carolina, UCLA, Texas Advance to 2026 Final Four

4/1/2026

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South Carolina Triumphs

South Carolina defeated TCU 78-52 in the Elite Eight, with Agot Makeer's career-high 18 points.
Notre Dame reached the Elite Eight for the first time under coach Niele Ivey, despite losing to UConn.
Duke blew a double-digit lead to UCLA.
Michigan scored 41 points in their loss to Texas.
The 2026 Women's Final Four will feature No. 1 seeds UConn, South Carolina, UCLA, and Texas in Phoenix on April 3.

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Tennessee Basketball Ascends

Tennessee basketball positions itself as a top transfer destination after three Elite Eight runs.
Ja’Kobi Gillespie, a Maryland transfer, highlighted the program's culture and potential.
Dalton Knecht and Chaz Lanier posted notable scoring feats, with Knecht a first-round pick.
Jordan Gainey and Jaylen Carey contributed, helping Tennessee's recent momentum.
Looking ahead, Tennessee plans to add guards and a rim protector via the transfer portal.

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South Carolina Triumphs

South Carolina defeated TCU 78-52 in the Elite Eight, with Agot Makeer's career-high 18 points.
Notre Dame reached the Elite Eight for the first time under coach Niele Ivey, despite losing to UConn.
Duke blew a double-digit lead to UCLA.
Michigan scored 41 points in their loss to Texas.
The 2026 Women's Final Four will feature No. 1 seeds UConn, South Carolina, UCLA, and Texas in Phoenix on April 3.

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