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Texas Hooks the No. 1 Spot for the First Time in 21 Years
February 25: Texas claims the AP Poll’s top spot, Sandy Brondello extends her Olympic coaching legacy, and LSU stars take center stage on SLAM’s latest cover.
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1. Texas Claims No. 1️⃣ Spot for the First Time Since 2004
The Texas Longhorns are back on top. In this week’s AP Top 25 poll, Texas claimed the No. 1 ranking for the first time in 21 years, marking a major milestone for the program. (AP News)
WHY IT MATTERS: Texas is now the third team in three weeks to hold the top spot, highlighting just how competitive this season has been. The Longhorns climbed to No. 1 after statement wins over LSU, Kentucky, and South Carolina, while previous No. 1 Notre Dame fell to No. 3 following an upset loss to NC State.
With constant shake-ups at the top this late in the season, March Madness is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable tournaments in years.
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2. Sandy Brondello Extends Commitment to Australian Olympic Team 🇦🇺
New York Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello has officially committed to leading Team Australia through the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. (Basketball Australia)
WHY IT MATTERS: Brondello, a former Opals star, has been at the helm of Australia’s national team since 2017, leading them to a bronze medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Los Angeles Games will mark her seventh Olympics—four as a player (1988, 1996, 2000, 2004) and three as a coach (2020, 2024, 2028).
Her longevity in the game at the Olympic level, while also coaching championship teams in the WNBA, is uncommon and testament to her talent and impact on the game.
3. SLAM’s New Cover Girls: LSU’s Star Trio 📸
LSU standouts Aneesah Morrow, Flau’jae Johnson, and Mikaylah Williams are the latest cover stars of SLAM Magazine.
WHY IT MATTERS: Morrow, Johnson, and Williams are leading LSU to national prominence, with the Tigers currently ranked No. 7. Their SLAM feature underscores the growing influence of women’s college basketball, as the magazine—founded in 1994 to celebrate hoops culture—continues giving more shine to women’s teams than ever before.
📸 Check out the exclusive SLAM photos here 👉 SLAM Digital Cover
OVERTIME ⏱️
Kim Mulkey had two reasons to celebrate on Sunday. Not only did her LSU Tigers rally for a 65-58 comeback win over Kentucky, but the victory also marked her 750th career coaching win. 🎉 Watch LSU’s locker room celebration here 👉 LSU Instagram
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