In a thrilling NCAA Division III championship game held in Indianapolis, Mary Washington University triumphed over Emory University with a score of 75-73, marking the Eagles' first title in program history. Kye Robinson was instrumental in the victory, scoring 27 points and contributing eight rebounds, four assists, and four steals. The game saw dramatic swings, with Emory erasing a 13-point deficit late in the game to tie it at 73-73. However, Colin Mitchell secured the win for Mary Washington by scoring on a putback at the buzzer after Robinson's missed shot. Emory's Ethan Fauss had previously hit a crucial three-pointer to level the score, but it wasn't enough to clinch the win. This victory under coach Marcus Kahn set a new record for Mary Washington, which finished the season with 30 wins and only 3 losses. The Eagles had previously defeated defending champions Trinity College in the semifinals to reach the final.