Florida and UConn take home the win 

This year, the March Madness tournament is one to remember delivering buzzer-beaters, major upsets, and unforgettable championship finishes. The Florida Gators came out on top 65-63 against the Houston Cougars. This is the Gators third national title. Down by 12 in the second half of the game, the Gators had to flip a switch and that is precisely what All-American guard Walter Clayton Jr who scored 11 points after being scoreless in the first half. Todd Golden, the head coach of the Florida Gators just 39, is the youngest coach to win a national championship since 1983.

The women’s tournament was just as exciting with the UConn Huskies taking the win. This is their 12th national championship defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks. Paige Bueckers, a senior guard at UConn, finished her college career on a high note leading with confidence and clutch plays. This game was an emotional moment for Vanessa Bryant said her late daughter Gianna would have loved to see UConn win.

This year’s tournament had plenty of standout games to overtime games or dominant performances by underdog teams. The final four was filled with powerhouse programs which meant every team and player had to play as if it was a championship game.

This tournament is not just about how good a team is but too many it is about the hustle and heart that goes into the game. For fans, students, and players March Madness reminded them why college basketball is so exciting.

Written by Addison Calvet  | Graphic Designed by Addison Calvet

Published April 11, 2025 | ePathfinder | Sports