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FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2019, file photo, Wofford coach Mike Young yells to his players during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tenn. Virginia Tech has hired Young to replace Buzz Williams. The school announced the decision Sunday night, April 7. Young is scheduled to be formally introduced during a news conference Monday morning. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)
Virginia Tech hires former Wofford basketball coach Young

Apr. 07, 2019 08:50 PM EDT

Kyle Guy (5) de Virginia tira el último de tres tiros libres para vencer a Auburn por 63-62 en el Final Four del baloncesto universitario, el sábado 6 de abril de 2019, en Minneapolis. (AP Foto/David J. Phillip)
Confidence overrides nerves for Virginia's Guy in big moment

By Aaron Beard Apr. 07, 2019 07:01 PM EDT

Texas Tech's Jarrett Culver answers questions during a news conference for the championship of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 7, 2019, in Minneapolis. Texas Tech will play Virginia on Monday for the national championship. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
1st-timers Texas Tech and Virginia face off for NCAA title

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 07, 2019 06:14 PM EDT

Texas Tech's Jarrett Culver (23) celebrates after defeating Michigan State 61-51 in the second half in the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Culver, Hunter bring NBA upside to Texas Tech-Virginia final

By Aaron Beard Apr. 07, 2019 06:04 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 23, 1982, file photo, Chaminade's Tony Randolph attempts to edge Virginia's Ralph Sampson, left, out of the play during a college basketball game in Honolulu. Virginia's basketball program, which gave us one of the sport's greatest players in Sampson and its two biggest upsets, by Division II Chaminade and the world's most famous 16 seed in UMBC, is now on the verge of writing a new chapter _ one that would nott be appreciated by nearly as many people were it not for the huge platform Virginia hoops helped create. (AP Photo/File)
History? Virginia's got plenty. And soon, maybe a title

By Eddie Pells Apr. 07, 2019 05:07 PM EDT

Texas Tech guard Matt Mooney reacts to fans after a semifinal round game against Michigan State in the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Matt Mooney's college odyssey ends with Tech in title game

By Dave Skretta Apr. 07, 2019 04:11 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2012, file photo, inductee Ralph Sampson reacts as he speaks during the enshrinement ceremony for the 2012 class of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Mass. Virginia's basketball program, which gave us one of the sport's greatest players in Sampson and its two biggest upsets, by Division II Chaminade and the world's most famous 16 seed in UMBC, is now on the verge of writing a new chapter _ one that would not be appreciated by nearly as many people were it not for the huge platform Virginia hoops helped create. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File)
Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement

Apr. 07, 2019 04:02 PM EDT

Auburn guard Samir Doughty (10) shoots over Virginia forward Mamadi Diakite (25) during the first half in the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Athletic big men changing the way college teams play defense

By John Marshall Apr. 07, 2019 03:29 PM EDT

Virginia's Ty Jerome, left, and Kyle Guy answer questions during a news conference for the championship of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, April 7, 2019, in Minneapolis. Virginia will play Texas Tech on Monday for the national championship. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
NCAA Latest: Texas Tech preaches calm to fanbase in Lubbock

Apr. 07, 2019 02:12 PM EDT

Texas Tech guard Kyler Edwards celebrates during the second half against Michigan State in the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Virginia, Texas Tech prep for one last game for NCAA title

Apr. 07, 2019 01:14 PM EDT

Virginia players celebrate at the end of a semifinal round game against Auburn in the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Virginia, Texas Tech get defensive to move to title game

By Dave Campbell Apr. 06, 2019 11:49 PM EDT

Virginia guard Ty Jerome (11) drives up court ahead of Auburn guard Bryce Brown during the second half in the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Analysis: Virginia keeps poise in snatching win from Auburn

By John Marshall Apr. 06, 2019 09:05 PM EDT

Virginia's Kyle Guy (5) takes a shot as Auburn's Samir Doughty (10) was called foul during the second half in the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Last foul, dribble no-call make refs focus of Final Four

By Aaron Beard Apr. 06, 2019 08:44 PM EDT

Virginia players celebrate in front of Auburn forward Danjel Purifoy (3) after a semifinal round game in the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Guy sinks FTs on disputed foul, Virginia shocks Auburn 63-62

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 06, 2019 08:30 PM EDT

Texas Tech head coach Chris Beard celebrates at the end of a semifinal round game against Michigan State in the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Saturday, April 6, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
NCAA Latest: Get ready for a defensive-minded title game

Apr. 06, 2019 05:32 PM EDT

Texas Tech's Davide Moretti (25) warms up during a practice session for the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, April 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Things to know for the NCAA Tournament's Final Four

By John Marshall Apr. 06, 2019 02:22 AM EDT

The Connecticut band performs during the first half of the team's Final Four semifinal against Notre Dame in the NCAA women’s college basketball Friday, April 5, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Final Four - Game 2 (win) at Final Four - Game 1 (win) 4/7/2019

Apr. 05, 2019 09:56 PM EDT

Texas Tech head coach Chris Beard pumps his fist during a practice session for the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, April 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Virginia, Texas Tech ride tough defenses into Final Four

By Aaron Beard Apr. 05, 2019 06:13 PM EDT

Texas Tech's Davide Moretti (25) warms up during a practice session for the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, April 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Art of the D: This Final Four, defense wins championships

By Eddie Pells Apr. 05, 2019 04:41 PM EDT

Auburn's Bryce Brown (2) goes up for a shot during a practice session for the semifinals of the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Friday, April 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Virginia and Auburn match contrasting styles in Final Four

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 05, 2019 04:34 PM EDT