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Lamont honors Idaho band for cheering on Bulldogs

Governor Ned Lamont proclaimed Thursday “University of Idaho Day” after the school’s marching band stepped in to support Yale during March Madness.

Students reflect on historic March Madness run for Yale Men’s Basketball

After Sunday night’s loss to San Diego State University, Yale Men’s Basketball’s historically successful March Madness run came to a close. Students reflected on the tournament and basketball on campus to the News.

No. 13 Yale falls to No. 5 San Diego State in March Madness, ending historically strong season

The Bulldogs couldn’t pull off a second upset against No. 5 San Diego State on Sunday night, but they still are heading home as one of the most accomplished teams in program history.

Yale falls to San Diego State, ends March Madness run

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MEN’S BASKETBALL: No. 13 Yale still an underdog ahead of matchup against No. 5 San Diego State

The Bulldogs, playing as 13-point underdogs, bested Auburn on March 22. But coming off a 69–65 first-round victory, the Aztecs will likely prove a similarly difficult matchup.

First-year center Samson Aletan an unlikely hero in shock upset over No. 13 Auburn

Samson Aletan ’27, who had not played in three straight games ahead of Friday’s matchup against Auburn, came up with two key blocks in the final seconds to seal the victory.

MARCH MADNESS: Idaho student band covers for the Bulldogs, wears Yale merch

The University of Idaho’s student band, wearing Yale T-shirts, will be back again Sunday night to perform throughout the Yale-San Diego State game.

Yale upsets Auburn, advances to next round of March Madness

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MARCH MADNESS: How No. 13 Yale can pull off the upset vs. No. 4 Auburn

In their toughest test yet, the Bulldogs must play at their own pace, excel in key matchups and win the rebounding battle.

Yale’s defensive anchor Bez Mbeng takes pride in shutting down opponents

Mbeng, the two-time Ivy League Defensive Player of the Year, impacts the game on and off the stat sheet.

March Madness Money

How much money made from March Madness actually benefits the participating basketball programs and academic institutions?