In a bold move, Minnesota's athletic director Mark Coyle has appointed Niko Medved as the new men's basketball coach, following the firing of Ben Johnson. Medved, a Minneapolis native, leaves Colorado State after a successful season and aims to revitalize the Gophers' program.
In a thrilling NCAA tournament showdown, the Colorado State Rams fell just short against Maryland, losing 72-71 on a dramatic last-second shot that left fans stunned.