From an emotional home run to a wild NCAA tournament lead-up, this weekend delivered major moments. If you missed the action, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! 👇
🏀 March Madness Drama Is Already Here
The road to March Madness is officially chaotic:
Omaha’s men’s basketball team clinched its first regular season title in 20 years—and their chancellor celebrated by popping out of a trash can wearing a championship belt.🏆🗑️
In the SEC women’s tournament, a coin flip determined the No. 1 seed between South Carolina and Texas after they finished tied in conference play.🎲🏀
🏒 NHL’s Massive Stadium Series Game in Columbus
The Columbus Blue Jackets hosted the Detroit Red Wings (NHL - National Hockey League) in front of 94,000 fans at Ohio Stadium. The emotional highlight? Meredith Gaudreau, the widow of Columbus All-Star Johnny Gaudreau, who died in a bike accident, led the team onto the ice. ❤️🏒
⚾️ Spring Training + A Home Run With Heart
Texas Rangers (MLB - Major League Baseball) first baseman Jake Burger hit a 408-foot home run just days after his 4-month-old daughter underwent open-heart surgery. He hit the home run while still wearing his hospital bracelet while rounding the bases. Talk about perspective. 💙⚾️
⛳️ A Former Motorcycle Gang Member Earns A Spot at The Open
In the ultimate redemption story, former Australian gang member Ryan Peake turned his life around and qualified for the Open Championship (PGA - Professional Golfers Association) after winning the New Zealand Open by one stroke. From biker bars to the golf course, this comeback story is movie-worthy. 🎬🏌️♂️
🔥 What’s Coming Up This Week
Tuesday: Fat Tuesday—grab the king cake! 🎭
Wednesday: Shaq’s Birthday 🎉
Friday: National Cereal Day 🥣🏀
Saturday: International Women’s Day 🌍👑
📢 Want more? Our next Wednesday Wisdom podcast is all about the billion-dollar rise of women’s sports—and why it’s just getting started. Don’t miss it! 🎧✨
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