As far as Inside Higher Ed is concerned, Butler University has already won the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. The Bulldogs won the organization’s sixth annual bracket, which analyzes how the teams would fare if the competition were based on academic performance outcomes. The academic bracket predictions differ greatly from the reality of the tournament, with…
Will Butler outweigh VCU’s advantages in the Final Four?
The Butler and VCU men’s basketball teams are now in Houston, away from the fan-filled fervor of their communities. That means the time at which either team’s historic NCAA tournament run will end is quickly approaching. It also means the time for adjusting game plans is fading. We’ve nailed down the advantages each team has…
Pep rally, fair and viewing party planned on campus
In anticipation of Saturday’s NCAA Final Four match-up between the Butler Bulldogs and the VCU Rams, the public is invited to join students, staff and the Butler community for several events throughout the weekend. Thursday: A Butler-Tarkington neighborhood rally is taking place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 56th and Illinois Streets. Sponsored by…
Stevens sees glasses as secret weapon
Related Links: VIDEO | Basketball team gets warm welcome at Hinkle Butler men’s basketball upsets Florida; advances to Final Four Photo Gallery | Bulldogs celebrate Florida upset Many basketball fans around the country have been wondering how Butler made it back to the Final Four this year, especially without Gordon Hayward. The answer lies within…