HISTORIC: Troy’s NCAA March—Can Thomas Dowd, the Campbell Brothers, and Victor Valdez SHOCK Nebraska?

Troy Trojans face Nebraska Cornhuskers in a matchup that guarantees a program’s first NCAA tournament win—will Troy's versatility upset Nebraska’s three-point dominance? Nebraska’s shocking 0-8 tournament record, defensive stats, and reliance on perimeter shooting set the stage for a high-stakes showdown, as Dave Schultz explores the game’s keys. Can the Campbell brothers, Thomas Dowd, and Victor Valdez crack Nebraska’s defense and exploit their lack of free-throw attempts? Schultz also spotlights Arkansas State’s stunning baseball series win over Southern Miss and ULM’s sweep of Texas State, charting how sudden surges are reshaping Sun Belt conference standings. Insights include Sun Belt teams’ RPIs, Coastal Carolina’s resilience, and pivotal pitching duels between Louisiana and South Alabama. Baseball recruiting, venue upgrades, and roster depth across programs add context to the Sun Belt’s trajectory—can these teams maintain momentum as the season intensifies?