Mary Washington Claims First Division III Championship with Last-Second Victory
Kye Robinson, Colin Mitchell help Mary Washington edge Emory 75-73 for 1st D-III championship
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Mary Washington University secured its first NCAA Division III championship by defeating Emory University 75-73 in a thrilling final. Kye Robinson led the Eagles with 27 points, while Colin Mitchell scored the winning basket at the buzzer, capping a dramatic comeback from a 13-point deficit.
- 01Mary Washington won its first Division III championship.
- 02Kye Robinson scored 27 points and was pivotal in the victory.
- 03Colin Mitchell made the game-winning basket at the buzzer.
- 04Emory University rallied from a 13-point deficit to tie the game.
- 05Mary Washington's coach, Marcus Kahn, achieved a program record for wins this season.
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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.
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This victory brings pride to the Mary Washington community and enhances the university's reputation in collegiate athletics.
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