March Madness 2025 began with an amazing NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, which began with an exciting First Four round. From Alabama State’s exciting last-minute Hail Mary victory to UNC’s overwhelming victory against San Diego State, the action is definitely heating up.
Alabama State Stuns St. Francis on a Hail Mary
In a jaw-dropping finish, Alabama State secured a 70-68 victory against St. Francis. With just one second left, Amarr Knox caught a tipped full-court pass and nailed the game-winning shot, sending the Hornets into the next round.
“It’s to survive and advance,” said Alabama State head coach Tony Madlock, acknowledging the team’s resilience.
North Carolina Crushes San Diego State
Meanwhile, the nightcap was anything but close. UNC silenced critics with a 95-68 blowout of San Diego State. Despite a controversial at-large bid, the Tar Heels proved they belong in the tournament.
What’s Next: Xavier vs. Texas
The excitement continues on Wednesday as No. 11 Xavier takes on No. 11 Texas. Sean Miller, Xavier’s head coach, will face a formidable Texas squad in a game that could go down to the wire.
Other matchups include:
- Mount St. Mary’s vs. American at 6:40 p.m. ET (TruTV)
- Xavier vs. Texas at 9:10 p.m. ET (TruTV)
Important Takeaways Alabama State has so far produced one of the top results in March Madness 2025.
- UNC answered skepticism with a decisive victory.
- Texas will face Sean Miller and Xavier in a pivotal matchup.
Keep checking back for more excitement as the competition progresses.
Sports: Yahoo