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After NCAA win over VCU, UCF basketball, like football, is putting Knights on national map | Commentary

After NCAA win over VCU, UCF basketball, like football, is putting Knights on national map

UCF rolls past VCU, earns first NCAA Tournament win in school history

The No. 9 seed UCF Knights rolled past the No. 8 seed VCU Rams Friday night, using a balanced attack and strong defense to earn the first NCAA Tournament win in school history.

Magic rally for a dramatic 123-119 overtime victory against Grizzlies amid playoff push

The Orlando Magic rallied for a dramatic 123-119 overtime victory over the Memphis Grizzlies Friday night at Amway Center, bolstering the Magic's playoff push.

UCF women can't keep pace with Arizona State, fall 60-45 in NCAA Tournament opener

The UCF women's basketball team couldn't keep pace with a red-hot Arizona State team, falling 60-45 during the first round of the NCAA Tournament Friday night in Coral Gables.

Fate of Gators' Sweet 16 dreams depend on defensive showdown with No. 2 seed Michigan

The No. 10 Florida Gators are bracing for a challenge on both ends of the floor when they face the No. 2 seed Michigan Wolverines Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

FSU wary of dangerous Murray State, crafts plan to slow Racers star Ja Morant

FSU head coach Leonard Hamilton and the No. 4 seed Seminoles are wary of dangerous No. 12 seed Murray State and know they need to play tough defense in order to reach the Sweet 16.

Florida State continues to get boost from new role players

The Florida State Seminoles have thrived all season counting on different players to step up each game. The trend has continued in the NCAA Tournament.

Orlando Apollos aim to rebound from first loss, deliver sharper play in Atlanta

The Orlando Apollos are aiming to rebound from their first loss, delivering sharper play when they visit the improved Atlanta Legends Saturday.

Orlando City seeking to right ship with match against New York Red Bulls

After three weeks, Orlando City is still searching for its first victory of the 2019 regular season. 

Orlando officials looking to lock in spot as a host city for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Orlando is still lobbying to be a host city for the 2026 World Cup, but local officials are confident in the lure of Central Florida.

Ali Krieger on return to USWNT: I would run through a brick wall for this team

Ali Krieger's first national-team call-up in nearly two years came as a surprise. 

Wekiva's Sedayjha Payne tops Sentinel all-area team as girls basketball player of year

In all, 23 schools from Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake and southwest Volusia counties are represented on all-area teams.

Lake Highland Prep edges Wekiva atop final girls basketball Super Six rankings

The Highlanders finished the 2018-19 season as Class 5A runners-up and the top team in the area.

Magic forward Aaron Gordon's offensive growth continues to spark team

Magic forward Aaron Gordon continues to improve as an offensive threat, serving as a spark for Orlando as it chases a playoff spot.

Orlando Magic create source of pride with their defensive play

As the Orlando Magic continue to play defense at a high level, they're having fun making life difficult for opposing teams.

Bucks, Antetokounmpo halt Heat winning streak 116-87

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo prove to be too much as the Heat's winning streak comes to a close.

Atlanta Braves near end of run at Disney. After that, Central Florida will be cut out of Grapefruit League

The Atlanta Braves will conclude their 22nd and final spring training at Disney World's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex with a game against the New York Mets on March 23.

Defending champion Casey tied for Valspar lead

Paul Casey managed the par 5s and had a 5-under 66 to take a share of the 36-hole lead in his bid to become the first back-to-back winner of the Valspar Championship.

Varsity scores and top performers: March 22

Central Florida Varsity scores and top performers for March 22

Pictures Orlando Magic vs Memphis Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Amway Center on Friday, March 22, 2019.  (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

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