Memorable moments from the 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament

Zachary Folk

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Apr 5, 2022

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Villanova opened the tournament strong, easily moving into their second straight Sweet 16 after a win against Ohio State. Here, Villanova’s Collin Gillespie is guarded by Ohio State’s Kyle Young. Getty Images

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Iowa State upset Wisconsin to advance to the Sweet 16, with Gabe Kalscheur scoring 22 points to win the game. Getty Images

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Gonzaga and potential number 1 draft pick Chet Holmgren were forced out of the tournament early by Arkansas. AP

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Miami breezed past Iowa State, sending the Hurricanes to the Elite Eight for the first time in history. AP

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Duke players and coach Mike Krzyzewski are presented with the regional champion trophy after their win over Arkansas. Getty Images

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The St. Peter’s Peacocks became the Cinderella story of the tournament, becoming the first 15-seed to make it to the Elite Eight after upset wins against Kentucky and Purdue. AP

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Kansas advanced past Villanova in the Final Four. Here, David McCormack (33) shoots between Villanova’s Eric Dixon (43) and Collin Gillespie (2). AP

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Mike Krzyzewski leaves the court for the last time with his wife, Mickie, after Duke’s loss to North Carolina in the Final Four game. AP

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North Carolina’s Armando Bacot became the first player in history to get six triple-doubles in the NCAA Tournament. USA TODAY Sports

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Kansas players and coaches celebrate after winning the 2022 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Getty Images

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