WebJan 11, 2022 · "I think Digger Phelps listed 100 teams making the NCAA tournament so far," Williams said in 2006, referencing the former coach who by then was an ESPN analyst. "I guess it expanded: 'Hey,
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WebFeb 24, 2023 · Expert Picks; Odds; NCAA Tournament; Digger Phelps' 20th and final year at the helm. The Irish, currently on a six-game losing streak, need to sweep their last three regular-season games (or
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WebJan 20, 2023 · Last March, Notre Dame won a school record 15 ACC games and nearly missed the NCAA Tournament. The Irish believed there would be no near-miss this season. Digger Phelps | 1972-91 | 393-197
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WebJan 18, 2019 · The popularity of that game led to NBC agreeing in 1969 to pay $500,000 for rights to the NCAA championship game. Phelps insists Notre Dame's upset of UCLA was even more important to college
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WebJan 10, 2014 · Roger Kuznia. Digger Phelps will be inducted into Notre Dame's ring of honor on Jan. 19. His signature win as Irish coach came in 1974, when his team ended UCLA's 88-game winning streak
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WebJan 10, 2014 · Roger Kuznia. Digger Phelps will be inducted into Notre Dame's ring of honor on Jan. 19. His signature win as Irish coach came in 1974, when his team ended UCLA's 88-game winning streak
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WebDec 25, 2021 · NCAA Basketball legend and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame nominee Digger Phelps joins The Odd Couple with Rob Parker and Andy Furman filling in for Chris Broussard. Digger shares some incredible stories of his life and career.
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WebMar 18, 2014 · We took a look at the NCAA tournament Final Four picks made by college basketball experts, and most are picking either Michigan State or Florida to win it all. Of the 21 sets of picks we have
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WebThe 1973–74 Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's basketball team represented the University of Notre Dame during the 1973–74 season. The team was coached by Digger Phelps and was ranked in the Associated Press poll for the entirety of the season. On January 19, the Fighting Irish defeated UCLA 71-70, ending the Bruins' record 88-game winning streak.
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WebJan 19, 2023 · That ACC title will forever be the high-water mark. Digger Phelps had that 1974 victory over UCLA. Brey had beating the two conference gold standards, on consecutive nights in Greensboro in March
Learn MoreWebMar 14, 2009 · The old-timer coached the fighting Irish for two decades, including pulling off one of the greatest wins in college basketball against the top ranked UCLA. Phelps, just like the other so-called
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WebDigger Phelps. Born: July 4, 1941. NCAA Tournament: 15 Years (17-17), 1 Final Four, 0 Championships. More info. 1973-74 UPI COY; 1973-74 TSN COY; Coaches Index; Record includes games as coach of major schools, and does not reflect forfeits or vacated games. Coaching Record. Coaching Record Table;
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WebNov 5, 2014 · Digger Phelps @DiggerPhelps · Mar 5 Having known Coach K from his playing days at West Point to his coaching days at Army & Duke, he will be missed in college basketball. A legend at Duke with many great players and coaches. Wish him and his family nothing but happiness & good health. God Bless Coach K. 107 Digger Phelps …
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WebMar 16, 2009 · After the tournament field was announced last night, ESPN had a tidy little two hour breakdown of the entire bracket, which culminated with Jay Bilas, Hubert Davis, Dick Vitale and Digger Phelps
Learn MoreWebApr 7, 2014 · In his final pick, Phelps chose Kentucky to beat UConn 72-68 in Monday's national championship game. "We wish Digger the very best as he explores his next chapter," ESPN said in a statement. Facebook
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WebFeb 24, 2023 · Expert Picks; Odds; NCAA Tournament; Digger Phelps' 20th and final year at the helm. The Irish, currently on a six-game losing streak, need to sweep their last three regular-season games (or
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WebMar 13, 2022 · Now, the real deal is nearly here as the full field of 68 will be revealed Sunday at 6 p.m. ET on the 2022 NCAA Tournament Selection Show live on CBS. At the time of the preview show last month,
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WebMar 17, 2014 · Sometimes, like in 2010, Digger goes all chalk on his picks. Other times, like last year, he goes wild and picks a team no one else has (he tabbed Miami to win in 2013). Digger was due to
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WebFeb 24, 2023 · Notre Dame, meanwhile, wants to avoid its first 20-loss season since a 12-20 showing in 1990-91 -- Digger Phelps' 20th and final year at the helm. The Irish, currently on a six-game losing streak, need to sweep their last three regular-season games (or win the ACC and NCAA championships) to avoid such a fate.
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WebMar 16, 2010 · 1 of 21 Digger Phelps' Elite 8 Picks 2 of 21 Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content Jay Bilas' Elite 8 Picks 3 of 21 Hubert Davis' Elite 8 Picks 4 of 21 Dick Vitale's
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