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In his “First Downs, Second Guesses” commentary, Tom Shatel praises a plan for Nebraska volleyball at Wrigley Field, offers insight into Husker spring football, and predicts Creighton’s rising fortunes in the Crown. The piece weaves bold sports predictions with local pride and enthusiasm.

UConn and UCLA, both top seeds, found renewed momentum in the second half of their Elite Eight matchups. Their ability to withstand intense pressure allowed each team to secure a coveted Final Four berth.

After a quarter-century absence, the top-seeded Wildcats are heading back to the NCAA Final Four. Fueled by freshman Koa Peat’s 20 points, Arizona surpassed Purdue 79-64 in the West Region final to secure its long-awaited return to college basketball’s brightest stage.

Observers of women’s college basketball have their eyes on four standout teams early this season: No. 1 UConn, No. 2 Texas, No. 3 South Carolina, and No. 4 UCLA. Though it’s only early January, these programs seem poised to maintain their top spots as the season unfolds.