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Coach Shaka Smart Graduates Seal Team Physical Training

VCU Coach Shaka Smart finishes up a two-week stint with the Seal Team Physical Training program similar to the one he sent his players through earlier in the year.

World of Woody: Bob's Bracket - Final Four Picks

Richmond, VA - In the second edition of World of Woody Bob's Bracket picks, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell shares his NCAA tournament final four picks. Don't miss the part one of this series, where Gov. McDonnell makes his NCAA tournament upset picks. World of Woody: Bob's Bracket - Upset Picks

VCU team talks with Tim Pearrell

VCU team interviewed by media, with comments about Indiana University by coach Shaka Smart.

VCU watches Norfolk State win from Oregon

VCU open lockerroom interviews came to a half as the final minutes of the Norfolk State game played out on TV.

Norfolk State locker room after 86-84 win over Missouri

Watch the jubilation in the Norfolk State locker room after the 86-84 win over Missouri.

World of Woody - Portland edition

Ricmond Times-Dispatch sports columnist looks at the success of VCU in the NCAA tournament in Portland, Oregon.

Highlights of VCU-Wichita St.

Highlights of the second-round NCAA matchup between the Rams and Wichita State.

Pre-Game - VCU fans

VCU fans are primed before the Rams' South Regional match-up against Wichita State.

World of Woody: Bob's Bracket - Upset Picks

Richmond, VA - In a special edition of World of woody, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell shares his NCAA tournament bracket upset picks. Don't miss the part two of this video series, where Gov. McDonnell makes his Final Four selections. World of Woody: Bob's Bracket - Final Four Picks

VCU's Rams in Portland

The VCU men's basketball team arrives in Portland to practice for the NCAA Tournament.

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- PHOTOS: Shaka Smart
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- PHOTOS: VCU vs. Butler
  VCU's ride through the NCAA tournament ended in a 70-62 loss.
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- PHOTOS: Riot police assemble
  Fans on Broad Street after VCU's loss were greeted by riot police.
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- Own a piece of VCU history
  Celebrate VCU's win with archival-quality keepsakes.
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- VCU Nation Blog
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- Photos: Banner on Broad Street...
  Photos: Banner on Broad Street honors VCU men's basketball.
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- Spotlight shows VCU's mettle
  The VCU community wants others to see the image of a well-rounded academic institution.
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- Roster: VCU Mens Basketball
  Learn more about the VCU men's basketball team and their coaching staff.
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- VCU Team Stats
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Our coverage of the NCAA tournament

VCU basketball team to travel to Europe in August
The Virginia Commonwealth University basketball team will travel to Europe to play exhibition games in August.
04/11/2012 6:18 AM
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UR basketball gets Navy transfer
Navy transfer J.J. Avila, a 6-foot-7 forward, has committed to the University of Richmon.
04/09/2012 3:40 PM
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Man shot, dozens arrested, fires set as Kentucky celebrates victory
One man was wounded by gunfire early today in Lexington, Ky., numerous small fires were set and dozens were arrested as thousands celebrated Kentucky's win over Kansas to claim another NCAA title, authorities reported.
04/03/2012 5:44 AM
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Rams' Hurt chosen as honorable mention All-American
VCU women’s basketball player Courtney Hurt has been chosen for the second time in as many years as an honorable mention Associated Press All-American.
03/27/2012 5:45 PM
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UPDATE: VCU AD says there's been no contact with A-10 about switching leagues
Norwood Teague says Virginia Commonwealth is "proud member" of CAA and adds there have been "no discussions" with other conferences.
03/26/2012 6:06 PM
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NCAA: KU and UK join Louisville and Ohio St. in Final 4
One game is a grudge match between teams that know each other all too well. The other is a rare rematch between virtual strangers.
03/25/2012 7:19 PM
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Ohio State beats Syracuse 77-70 to reach Final 4
Jared Sullinger recovered from first-half foul trouble to score 19 points and grab seven rebounds, helping Ohio State beat Syracuse 77-70 on Saturday to advance to the Final Four.
03/24/2012 9:40 PM
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Louisville in Final 4 with 72-68 win over Florida
Rick Pitino nudged out Billy Donovan for a spot in the Final Four when Louisville finished the game on a 23-8 run for a 72-68 victory over Florida.
03/24/2012 6:48 PM
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NCAA: Kansas edges N.C. State; Kentucky beats Indiana
Thomas Robinson had 18 points and 15 rebounds, Jeff Withey blocked 10 shots to finish one shy of the NCAA tournament record to lead the second-seeded Jayhawks.
03/24/2012 9:22 AM
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Robinson leads Kansas to 60-57 win over NC State
All the upstarts are headed home. It comes down to North Carolina and Kansas, the bluest of the bluebloods, for a spot in the Final Four.
03/24/2012 1:03 AM
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Syracuse-Ohio State set for East regional final
Get ready for another Big East vs. Big Ten matchup in the NCAA East regional.
03/23/2012 8:11 AM
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Cardinals, Gators to meet in West final
Fabulous freshman Bradley Beal scored 21 points and Florida knocked off Marquette 68-58 Thursday night, setting up a desert showdown with Rick Pitino and Louisville for a spot in the Final Four.
03/23/2012 8:08 AM
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Shaka Smart: 'I love it at VCU'
"It's just a great situation," he says of his job here after turning down Illinois.
03/23/2012 12:39 AM
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