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Dent scores 23, New Mexico knocks off Air Force 92-71
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Donovan Dent had 23 points in New Mexico’s 92-71 victory over Air Force on Saturday. Dent also contributed six assists for the Lobos (23-6, 15-3 Mountain West Conference). Mustapha Amzil scored 15 points while shooting 5 for 9 (1 for 3 from 3-point range) and 4 of 7 from the free-throw ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pinzon’s 28 lead Bryant past Maine 80-72, claim at last a share of America East title
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
ORONO, Maine (AP) — Rafael Pinzon’s 28 points helped Bryant defeat Maine 80-72 on Saturday to claim at least a share of the America East Conference regular season championship. The Bulldogs (19-11, 13-2) have a one-game lead over second-place Vermont with one game remaining. Bryant split the season series with the Catamounts. Pinzon shot 9 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Williamson scores 22 as Bucknell beats Holy Cross 94-81 to share Patriot League title
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — Noah Williamson’s 22 points helped Bucknell defeat Holy Cross 94-81 on Saturday and earning a share of the Patriot League championship. The conference tournament starts on Tuesday and the Bison will host a quarterfinal game on Thursday. Williamson also contributed seven rebounds for the Bison (17-14, 13-5 Patriot League). Josh Bascoe ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Wilfried Zaha has goal, assist in his debut with Charlotte, keys 2-0 win over Atlanta United
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Wilfried Zaha waited for the start of the second half to officially introduce himself to his new hometown fans, setting up one goal four minutes into the half, then scoring himself five minutes later as Charlotte FC beat Atlanta United 2-0 in its home opener Saturday. Making his debut with the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 10 Texas Tech beats Kansas 78-73 for 2nd Allen Fieldhouse victory in school’s history
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — JT Toppin had 21 points to lead No. 10 Texas Tech to a 78-73 win over Kansas on Saturday. It was the second win at Allen Fieldhouse (2-22) in the school’s history. Christian Anderson had 15 points and Darrion Williams scored 14 for Texas Tech (22-7, 13-5 Big 12). KJ Adams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Real Madrid loses at Betis as Isco spearheads 2-1 comeback over former team; Atletico leads
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Real Madrid stumbled in the three-way race for the Spanish league title as Isco Alarcón guided Real Betis to a 2-1 comeback win over the defending champion on Saturday. The former Madrid player delivered a corner kick that was headed in by fellow midfielder Johnny Cardoso in the 34th minute, canceling ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bruins captain Brad Marchand departs with upper-body injury
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand left Saturday’s game at Pittsburgh in the first period with an upper-body injury. Marchand departed after a hit by Penguins defenseman P.O Joseph at 5:56. Joseph drove Marchand into the corner and the side of his head struck the boards. No penalty was called, but Mason Lohrei ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stacey nets OT winner to lift PWHL-leading Victoire to 3-2 victory over Fleet
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
MONTREAL — Laura Stacey scored the game-winning goal with 16.3 seconds remaining in overtime as the Montreal Victoire defeated the Boston Fleet 3-2 in front of 17,324 fans at Bell Centre on Saturday. Kati Tabin scored a pair of goals for Montreal, doubling her career goal output in 42 prior games with Montreal. Ann-Renée Desbiens ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rigsby nets career-high 20 points and hits game-winning 3 to lead Minnesota past Nebraska
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Senior guard Brennan Rigsby scored a career-high 20 points on 7-for-8 shooting and his catch-and-shoot 3-pointer with 4.1 seconds left saved Minnesota in a frenetic 67-65 win over Nebraska on Saturday. Andrew Morgan’s desperation 3-pointer for Nebraska as time expired bounced off hard off the backboard and rim to end it. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Butler has 20 in Drexel’s 71-61 victory over Monmouth
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Yame Butler scored 20 points as Drexel beat Monmouth 71-61 on Saturday to wrap up the regular season. Butler shot 4 for 6 (2 for 3 from 3-point range) and 10 of 11 from the free-throw line for the Dragons (17-14, 9-9 Coastal Athletic Association). Kobe Magee scored 15 points and added ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Aranguren scores 20 in Hofstra’s 70-49 victory over N.C. A&T
By Canadian Press on March 1st, 2025
HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. (AP) — Jean Aranguren’s 20 points helped Hofstra defeat N.C. A&T 70-49 on Saturday. Aranguren also contributed nine rebounds for the Pride (14-17, 6-12 Coastal Athletic Association). Cruz Davis scored 14 points and added seven rebounds and eight assists. Eric Parnell finished 4 of 7 from 3-point range to finish with 12 points. ... Read More »
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