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VIDEO | Blue II gets royalty treatment in Houston

The Butler men’s basketball team is not the most sought after for photo opportunities here in Houston. Butler’s live mascot, Butler Blue II, is hands down the most popular person, or rather, mammal in the “Space City.”

Blue II pampered in Houston

The Butler men’s basketball team is not the most sought after for photo opportunities here in Houston. Butler’s live mascot, Butler Blue II, is hands down the most popular person, or rather, mammal in the “Space City.”

Measuring up: Butler vs. VCU

The Bulldogs and Rams both may have young and powerful head basketball coaches, but the schools couldn’t be more different. And, sure, while we might have one national championship appearance on them, VCU’s drive and skills on the court make them a key opponent that’s still up for the big win. Click and drag the

VIDEO | Smith is in it to win it, Bulldogs prep for Final Four game

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Matt Howard’s hometown raised $13,000 for family’s travel

Senior forward Matt Howard’s hometown of Connersville, Ind., is sponsoring the Howard family’s travel to Houston. The town raised $13,000 to help ensure the family of 12 would be complete in Texas. “I think everyone but one of my brothers [is here],” Howard said. “His wife is pregnant and due here pretty soon, so he

Bulldogs poised at practice before Final Four appearance

Related Links: Will Butler outweigh VCU’s advantages? Bulldogs silence doubters [cincopa A4MAHgK0caQS] Story by Steven Peek Photos by Maria Porter The Butler men’s basketball team seemed comfortable and focused today on the eve of their national semifinal game against No. 11 seed Virginia Commonwealth. The No. 8 seed Bulldogs (27-9) spent their 50-minute practice in

If academics determined NCAA tourney winner, Butler would take title

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

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