Basketball

Evolution of College Basketball and TV Technology in 2003

The year 2003 marked significant changes for college basketball and broadcast TV, with the tournament growing in size and the transition to HDTV well underway. ‘One Shining Moment’ in 2003 was the first shot in HDTV, with improved video quality at 720p resolution. The production also saw a return to its roots, with the removal of excessive special effects. The iconic vocals of Luther Vandross added to the emotional resonance of the video, marking one of his final recordings before his passing. The montage featured memorable moments from players such as Carmelo Anthony, Steve Blake, Troy, Xavier, Julius Hodge, and many others, capturing the essence of the tournament’s intensity and excitement.

Kansas Women’s Basketball Star Taiyanna Jackson Named Big 12 Player of the Week

LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) – Kansas women’s basketball star center Taiyanna Jackson has been named the Big 12 Player of the Week, as announced by the conference on Monday. Jackson’s week was highlighted by the eighth 20-20 game in DI women’s…

McCracken County, Kentucky High School Boys Basketball Games Today

In McCracken County, Kentucky, high school basketball games are set to take place today, offering an exciting sporting event for local enthusiasts. The games will be available for live streaming, allowing fans to catch all the action from the comfort…

UNC’s 93-84 Victory Over Duke Leaves Fans on the Edge of Their Seats

UNC’s 93-84 victory over Duke on Saturday left fans on the edge of their seats. Inside Carolina’s Taylor Vippolis shares his insights on the game and the moments that will be etched in the memory of fans for years to…

Kentucky Wildcats Hopeful for Full Roster Availability

The Kentucky Wildcats are hoping to have their full roster available for the first time this season as the Tennessee Volunteers come to town on Saturday night. Many across the BBN thought that would be the case on Wednesday evening,…

Louisiana vs. Bowling Green Basketball: Tickets, TV, and Live Stream

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns are gearing up to face off against the Bowling Green Falcons on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The game is set to take place at 3:00 PM ET and will be broadcasted on ESPN+. For those eager…

Steven Crowl’s Breakout Season with Wisconsin Badgers

The Wisconsin Badgers have been one of the biggest revelations during the 2023-24 season, bouncing back from a disappointing campaign to be arguably the most improved team in the country. One of the team’s biggest standouts has been Steven Crowl,…

Nebraska’s Basketball Coach Shakes Up Training Regimen

Nebraska’s head basketball coach, Fred Hoiberg, is shaking things up in the team’s training regimen. Load management, a common practice in sports, has been thrown out the window by Hoiberg in an effort to toughen up his squad. Hoiberg expressed…

Six Finalists Revealed for 2024 Mr. Basketball Award in Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) has revealed the six finalists for the esteemed Mr. Basketball Award, an honor reserved for high school senior basketball players. The finalists for the 2024 Mr. Basketball Award are Dupree Fletcher from Carmen Northwest,…

Pitt and West Virginia Extend Backyard Brawl Basketball Series

Pitt and West Virginia have announced a four-game extension of the basketball version of the Backyard Brawl, continuing through the 2027-28 season. The teams will face off at Pitt’s Petersen Events Center during the 2024-25 and 2026-27 seasons, and in…