Minnesota State Advances in NCAA Tournament

The Minnesota State Mavericks football team staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Augustana 20-19 in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament, improving their record to 9-3 while ending Augustana's season at 8-4. The game featured a strong defensive battle, with both teams exchanging leads until MSU scored 10 points in the final minutes to secure the win. In basketball, the Dallas Mavericks rebounded from a disappointing loss against the Utah Jazz with a team meeting that sparked a winning streak, culminating in a 123-120 victory over the Denver Nuggets despite the absence of star player Luka Dončić. Meanwhile, in cricket, the Maryland Mavericks achieved a convincing 6-wicket victory over the Atlanta Blackcaps in the USPL, successfully chasing down a target of 129 runs. Additionally, Minnesota State's women's soccer team triumphed 2-1 over St. Cloud State in their NCAA Tournament opener, showcasing resilience with two second-half goals after trailing at halftime. Minnesota State will now face Missouri Western in the second round of the women's soccer tournament.