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What MADNESS we have been blessed with this week. For the first time ever on the men’s side, there is not a 1, 2, or 3 seed in the Final Four! Only time will tell who makes it out on top.
We also got to witness greatness with Caitlin Clark’s 40-point triple-double. Will South Carolina go back to back? We cannot wait to see what’s in store this weekend.
Guide to today’s issue
🏀 #1 - “Scissor Action” ✂️ Breakdown
🏀 #2 - Game-Winners
🏀 #3 - Send In Your Picks
This week’s breakdown is the “Scissor Action” ✂️
In this breakdown, you’ll see several wrinkles college & pros teams utilize out of the “Scissors Action”
Scissors can be run out of Chin, Horns, and Delay and it’s a great way to put pressure on the rim as well as put defenses in comprised positions.
Watch the breakdown above and give us your feedback!
Game-Winners
March Madness is one of the most exciting times of the year for basketball fans, and game-winners play a huge role in making the tournament memorable.
If history has told us anything, we’re slated to have at least one game-winner in the men’s or women’s Final Four!
As the NCAA Tournament is known for its game-winners, and over the years, there have been countless memorable moments. Some of the most iconic Final Four game-winners include:
Christian Laettner's Shot - In the 1992 East Regional Final, Duke was playing against Kentucky. With just 2.1 seconds left in the game, Grant Hill threw a full-court pass to Christian Laettner, who hit a turnaround jumper to win the game.
Kris Jenkins’s Buzzer-Beater - In the final seconds of the game, UNC had just tied the game at 74-74 with a three-pointer by Marcus Paige. Villanova then took possession of the ball and advanced it up the court. Ryan Arcidiacono passed the ball to Kris Jenkins, who hit a three-pointer from beyond the arc as time expired, giving Villanova a 77-74 victory and the national championship.
Arike Ogunbowale Back to Back - In 2018, Notre Dame was playing against powerhouse UConn. With just 3 seconds left in the game, Arike hit a two-pointer to win the game. Then the following game against Mississippi State, Arike hit another game-winner, this time a buzzer-beater to win a national title.
Those are just a few examples of the many game-winners that have taken place during the Final Four. The excitement and drama of these moments are what make the NCAA Tournament such a beloved and unforgettable event for basketball fans.
We want to know one thing… tell us your picks to win the men’s and women’s NCAA tournament!
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Enjoy the madness!
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