UConn women roll to record-setting 1st-round win
STORRS, Conn. — Azura Stevens scored 26 points to lead six UConn players in double figures and the Huskies opened their NCAA Tournament with a record-setting 140-52 rout of Saint Francis (Pa.) on Saturday.The tournament’s top seed set a record for points in a tournament game and all-time NCAA records for points in a period (55 in the first) and a half (94 in the first).And UConn’s 88-point margin of victory was the second-biggest in tournament history.
STORRS, Conn. — Azura Stevens scored 26 points to lead six UConn players in double figures and the Huskies opened their NCAA Tournament with a record-setting 140-52 rout of Saint Francis (Pa.) on Saturday.The tournament’s top seed set a record for points in a tournament game and all-time NCAA records for points in a period (55 in the first) and a half (94 in the first).And UConn’s 88-point margin of victory was the second-biggest in tournament history.
Selection Sunday: 32 'automatic qualifiers' announced; Marquette is out
MILWAUKEE -- The NCAA Tournament selection committee on Sunday, March 11 revealed the 32 teams that will participate in this year's March Madness tournament.
MILWAUKEE -- The NCAA Tournament selection committee on Sunday, March 11 revealed the 32 teams that will participate in this year's March Madness tournament.
Airbnb: 80 percent spike in rentals during March Madness play in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- March Madness meant big business for people renting out space to stay in Milwaukee.Airbnb officials said Wednesday, March 22nd their rentals housed more than 800 guests and earned $148,000 for those renting out space.According to the company, this was an 80 percent spike in the amount of rentals, compared with a normal weekend in March in Milwaukee.Most people came in from cities in the Midwest, Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis, Green Bay, St.
MILWAUKEE -- March Madness meant big business for people renting out space to stay in Milwaukee.Airbnb officials said Wednesday, March 22nd their rentals housed more than 800 guests and earned $148,000 for those renting out space.According to the company, this was an 80 percent spike in the amount of rentals, compared with a normal weekend in March in Milwaukee.Most people came in from cities in the Midwest, Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis, Green Bay, St.
Bucky still dancing: Tickets for Badgers/Florida matchup at Madison Square Garden cheaper than Broadway!
NEW YORK -- The No. 8 seed Wisconsin Badgers are still dancing!
NEW YORK -- The No. 8 seed Wisconsin Badgers are still dancing!
"How can you not love Milwaukee?" BMO Harris Bradley Center hosts NCAA Tourney games for the last time
MILWAUKEE -- The madness is over at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, which hosted its final NCAA Tournament matchup on Saturday night, March 18th.
MILWAUKEE -- The madness is over at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, which hosted its final NCAA Tournament matchup on Saturday night, March 18th.
Big Ten rides NCAA Tournament surge with 3 teams in Sweet 16
This down year for Big Ten basketball might just end on an up note in the NCAA Tournament.Eighth-seeded Wisconsin took out No. 1 overall seed and defending national champion Villanova in a second-round game Saturday, March 19th, and No. 7 Michigan ousted No. 2 Louisville on Sunday.
This down year for Big Ten basketball might just end on an up note in the NCAA Tournament.Eighth-seeded Wisconsin took out No. 1 overall seed and defending national champion Villanova in a second-round game Saturday, March 19th, and No. 7 Michigan ousted No. 2 Louisville on Sunday.
"Make them feel like they're at home:" Matador rolls out March Madness menu
MILWAUKEE -- The NCAA Tournament has been a big win for Milwaukee bars and restaurants driving business during the slowest stretch of the year.
MILWAUKEE -- The NCAA Tournament has been a big win for Milwaukee bars and restaurants driving business during the slowest stretch of the year.
"On the right track!" Bucky fans celebrate big in Milwaukee following victory
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Badgers' victory on Saturday, March 18th left fans smiling from ear to ear and looking ahead to the Sweet Sixteen.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Badgers' victory on Saturday, March 18th left fans smiling from ear to ear and looking ahead to the Sweet Sixteen.
BRACKET BREAKER: #8 Wisconsin tops #1 Villanova in NCAA matchup
BUFFALO, N.Y. — No. 1 and done.Top-seeded Villanova was bounced from the NCAA Tournament by eighth-seeded Wisconsin, which overcame foul trouble for two of its stars in the second half Saturday to upset the defending champions 65-62 in the East region.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — No. 1 and done.Top-seeded Villanova was bounced from the NCAA Tournament by eighth-seeded Wisconsin, which overcame foul trouble for two of its stars in the second half Saturday to upset the defending champions 65-62 in the East region.
NCAA tournament could generate $6M for Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE — The sold-out NCAA men's basketball tournament could mean millions in revenue for Milwaukee.The economic impact the last time the city hosted the games in 2014 was $4.6 million, according to Visit Milwaukee.Visit Milwaukee spokeswoman Kristin Settle told Wisconsin Public Radio (http://bit.ly/2nhkyrC ) the fact that four of the eight schools playing in Milwaukee this year are within a six-hour drive should lead to a 30 percent increase in revenue with a $6 million total economic impact on the city."That's everything from staying in hotels to spending money at restaurants, bars and attractions," Settle said.She said all six games at the BMO Harris Bradley Center were sold-out and hotel occupancy is up."That's 55,000 people that we're going to be able to showcase Milwaukee to," Settle said. "That's in addition to all those fans who are traveling without tickets who are just going to hang out at local watering holes and cheer on their team."She said she expects Milwaukee to be able to handle the influx of people for the festivities.
MILWAUKEE — The sold-out NCAA men's basketball tournament could mean millions in revenue for Milwaukee.The economic impact the last time the city hosted the games in 2014 was $4.6 million, according to Visit Milwaukee.Visit Milwaukee spokeswoman Kristin Settle told Wisconsin Public Radio (http://bit.ly/2nhkyrC ) the fact that four of the eight schools playing in Milwaukee this year are within a six-hour drive should lead to a 30 percent increase in revenue with a $6 million total economic impact on the city."That's everything from staying in hotels to spending money at restaurants, bars and attractions," Settle said.She said all six games at the BMO Harris Bradley Center were sold-out and hotel occupancy is up."That's 55,000 people that we're going to be able to showcase Milwaukee to," Settle said. "That's in addition to all those fans who are traveling without tickets who are just going to hang out at local watering holes and cheer on their team."She said she expects Milwaukee to be able to handle the influx of people for the festivities.
March Madness: Badgers play Virginia Tech Thursday, Marquette plays South Carolina Friday
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Badgers and Marquette University Golden Eagles on Wednesday, March 15th were gearing up for the big dance -- both teams getting ready for their first-round NCAA Tournament games.The No. 8 seed Wisconsin Badgers will face No. 9 Virginia Tech on Thursday, March 16th in Buffalo, New York at 8:40 p.m.The No. 10 Marquette University Golden Eagles will face No. 7 South Carolina on Friday, March 17th in Greenville, South Carolina at 8:50 p.m.Whether you've accepted the Badgers' No. 8 seed, or you're still trying to figure out the reasoning behind it, on Wednesday, the Badgers were just one day away from their first-round game vs.
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin Badgers and Marquette University Golden Eagles on Wednesday, March 15th were gearing up for the big dance -- both teams getting ready for their first-round NCAA Tournament games.The No. 8 seed Wisconsin Badgers will face No. 9 Virginia Tech on Thursday, March 16th in Buffalo, New York at 8:40 p.m.The No. 10 Marquette University Golden Eagles will face No. 7 South Carolina on Friday, March 17th in Greenville, South Carolina at 8:50 p.m.Whether you've accepted the Badgers' No. 8 seed, or you're still trying to figure out the reasoning behind it, on Wednesday, the Badgers were just one day away from their first-round game vs.
"A great experience for everyone:" NCAA basketball brings big business to downtown
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee played host to NCAA Tournament teams on Thursday, March 16th -- and downtown Milwaukee was a busy spot as the tournament got underway.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee played host to NCAA Tournament teams on Thursday, March 16th -- and downtown Milwaukee was a busy spot as the tournament got underway.
March Madness: Defense, Woodson's shooting help Butler beat Winthrop 76-64 in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE — Avery Woodson scored 18 points and tied a career high with six 3-pointers in his NCAA Tournament debut to lead Butler to a 76-64 win over Winthrop on Thursday, March 16th.Woodson, a graduate transfer from Memphis, hit five 3s in the first half to help the fourth-seeded Bulldogs build a 14-point halftime lead.A 12-2 run in the middle of the second half gave Butler a 60-43 lead with less than 8 minutes left and put the game out of reach for the 13th-seeded Eagles.Xavier Cooks had 23 points to lead Big South champion Winthrop (26-7).Butler (24-8) looked comfortable all afternoon at the Bradley Center, the home of Big East rival Marquette.
MILWAUKEE — Avery Woodson scored 18 points and tied a career high with six 3-pointers in his NCAA Tournament debut to lead Butler to a 76-64 win over Winthrop on Thursday, March 16th.Woodson, a graduate transfer from Memphis, hit five 3s in the first half to help the fourth-seeded Bulldogs build a 14-point halftime lead.A 12-2 run in the middle of the second half gave Butler a 60-43 lead with less than 8 minutes left and put the game out of reach for the 13th-seeded Eagles.Xavier Cooks had 23 points to lead Big South champion Winthrop (26-7).Butler (24-8) looked comfortable all afternoon at the Bradley Center, the home of Big East rival Marquette.
Fans in town for NCAA Tournament games at BMO Harris Bradley Center: "You can feel the excitement"
MILWAUKEE -- The BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee hosts to the NCAA Tournament for the final time.
MILWAUKEE -- The BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee hosts to the NCAA Tournament for the final time.
"He meant so much:" Akeem Springs, former UWM basketball player, back in Milwaukee with new team
MILWAUKEE -- The chance to come to Milwaukee for the NCAA Tournament is bittersweet for one of the players in town this week.
MILWAUKEE -- The chance to come to Milwaukee for the NCAA Tournament is bittersweet for one of the players in town this week.
March Madness: BMO Harris Bradley Center officials release more seats, single-session tickets for NCAA Tourney
MILWAUKEE -- Additional seats were just released and limited single-session tickets are now available for the 2017 NCAA Division I men’s basketball championship first- and second-round games at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, officials announced Wednesday, March 15th.According to BMO Harris Bradley Center officials, ticket prices for Thursday’s first-round games are $66, $76 and $90 for Session I and $76, $86 and $100 for Session II, plus applicable fees.Tickets for Saturday’s second-round matchups are $81, $91 and $105, plus fees.Tickets are available at the BMO Harris Bradley Center ticket office or online HERE.Fans are encouraged to purchase from these two sources only to ensure they receive genuine NCAA championship tickets and not counterfeits.The tournament began Tuesday, March 14th, with games scheduled in Milwaukee on Thursday, March 16th and Saturday, March 18th.Thursday’s Session I games will feature Butler vs.
MILWAUKEE -- Additional seats were just released and limited single-session tickets are now available for the 2017 NCAA Division I men’s basketball championship first- and second-round games at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, officials announced Wednesday, March 15th.According to BMO Harris Bradley Center officials, ticket prices for Thursday’s first-round games are $66, $76 and $90 for Session I and $76, $86 and $100 for Session II, plus applicable fees.Tickets for Saturday’s second-round matchups are $81, $91 and $105, plus fees.Tickets are available at the BMO Harris Bradley Center ticket office or online HERE.Fans are encouraged to purchase from these two sources only to ensure they receive genuine NCAA championship tickets and not counterfeits.The tournament began Tuesday, March 14th, with games scheduled in Milwaukee on Thursday, March 16th and Saturday, March 18th.Thursday’s Session I games will feature Butler vs.
Expert tips for filling out a winning NCAA Tournament bracket
Whether you are a seasoned veteran who has been filling out NCAA brackets for years, or you've decided to fill out your first one ever, picking the right programs for your perfect bracket can be a difficult and sometimes daunting task (unless of course you just pick your bracket based on who has the funniest looking mascot).With a field of teams so big, there will be mountains and mountains of data for you to sort through and no matter how much research you do, let's face it, there is an element of luck involved.
Whether you are a seasoned veteran who has been filling out NCAA brackets for years, or you've decided to fill out your first one ever, picking the right programs for your perfect bracket can be a difficult and sometimes daunting task (unless of course you just pick your bracket based on who has the funniest looking mascot).With a field of teams so big, there will be mountains and mountains of data for you to sort through and no matter how much research you do, let's face it, there is an element of luck involved.
"Going out with a bang:" For the last time, BMO Harris Bradley Center prepares to host NCAA Tournament
MILWAUKEE -- Officials at the BMO Harris Bradley Center were putting on the finishing touches Tuesday, March 14th before the NCAA Tournament takes over the building for the rest of the week.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials at the BMO Harris Bradley Center were putting on the finishing touches Tuesday, March 14th before the NCAA Tournament takes over the building for the rest of the week.
NCAA March Madness returns to BMO Harris Bradley Center — for the last time
MILWAUKEE -- The BMO Harris Bradley Center is gearing up to host NCAA Tournament games for the final time.More than 55,000 people are expected to attend the games on Thursday, March 16th and Saturday, March 18th -- which is expected to give a big financial boost to hotels, bars and restaurants downtown.No. 5 seed Iowa State and No. 12 seed Nevada will face off Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 4 seed Purdue and No. 13 seed Vermont will play Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 4 Butler will face No. 13 Winthrop Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 5 Minnesota and No. 12 Middle Tennessee will also face off Thursday in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- The BMO Harris Bradley Center is gearing up to host NCAA Tournament games for the final time.More than 55,000 people are expected to attend the games on Thursday, March 16th and Saturday, March 18th -- which is expected to give a big financial boost to hotels, bars and restaurants downtown.No. 5 seed Iowa State and No. 12 seed Nevada will face off Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 4 seed Purdue and No. 13 seed Vermont will play Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 4 Butler will face No. 13 Winthrop Thursday in Milwaukee.No. 5 Minnesota and No. 12 Middle Tennessee will also face off Thursday in Milwaukee.