March Madness is built on chaos, and every year a handful of double-digit seeds crash the party. The formula is familiar: experienced guards, defensive identity, and momentum entering the tournament.

The term “Cinderella” in college basketball March Madness circles generally refers to a mid-major team that comes out of nowhere to make a surprising run in the NCAA Tournament. Just three years ago, ...

Everyone loves a good fairy tale, which is why March Madness captivates fans every spring. The promise of the Cinderella team has fueled the tournament’s magic for decades, dating back to Jim Valvano ...

It's finally here. The first round of the men's NCAA Tournament, affectionately dubbed as March Madness, will begin on Thursday, March 19. The 87th annual edition of the tournament will see the usual ...

One year after college basketball's coroners pronounced Cinderella dead amid a chalky 2025 NCAA Tournament, that narrative is about to be tested. The 2026 Big Dance features a handful of intriguing ...

Mar 19, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; The March Madness logo during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images ...