BYU Secures First NCAA Tournament Win in Over a Decade with Victory Over VCU
The Cougars, led by standout performances from Igor Demin and Richie Saunders, advance to face Wisconsin in the second round under first-year head coach Kevin Young.
- BYU defeated VCU 80-71 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, marking their first tournament win since 2012.
- Igor Demin and Richie Saunders were pivotal, scoring 15 and 16 points respectively, with Demin improving his three-point shooting to spark a key first-half run.
- BYU's dominance on the boards, including an 11-rebound advantage and 16 second-chance points, played a critical role in the victory.
- First-year head coach Kevin Young credited lessons learned from last year's early exit and adjustments against VCU's physical play for the team's success.
- BYU will face third-seeded Wisconsin on Saturday, March 22, with a trip to the Sweet 16 on the line.
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