Thirteenth-seeded Furman University upset No. 4 Virginia at the buzzer Thursday in a tournament opener that sends Greenville’s Paladins to the second round of the March Madness NCAA tournament for the first time in decades.
Meanwhile, the highly-touted College of Charleston Cougars had a historic season come to an end when it dropped its opening NCAA game with San Diego State. The Cougars ended the season with 31 wins and four losses.
Furman Coach Bob Richey told reporters the team knew Virginia would be tough.
“It’s an unbelievable moment, and give all glory to God for allowing me to be able to lead it, but this is a day these players just found a way,” he said.
Furman next plays San Diego State 10 p.m. Saturday in the second round of the tournament.
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