The Princeton Men’s Basketball team had a remarkable 2020 NCAA Tournament experience, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tigers, led by head coach Mitch Henderson, were the only Ivy League team to make the tournament and one of only four teams to make it with a losing conference record.
The Tigers started their tournament run with a thrilling first-round win over Kentucky, a team that was ranked in the top 10 in the nation. Princeton was able to keep the game close and eventually pulled away late in the second half to secure a 59-57 victory. The win marked the first time in program history that Princeton had won an NCAA Tournament game.
The Tigers then faced off against the top-seeded Kansas Jayhawks in the second round. Despite being heavy underdogs, Princeton was able to keep the game close and even had a chance to win at the buzzer. Unfortunately, the shot didn’t fall and the Jayhawks escaped with a 53-52 victory.
The loss to Kansas marked the end of Princeton’s tournament run, but it was still an impressive performance for a team that had been written off by many before the tournament began. The Tigers showed that they could compete with some of the best teams in the country and proved that they belonged in the tournament.
The 2020 NCAA Tournament was an especially challenging one for Princeton due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The team had to follow strict protocols in order to remain safe and healthy while playing in the tournament. Despite these challenges, Princeton was able to make it through the tournament unscathed and put together a memorable performance.
The 2020 NCAA Tournament was an unforgettable experience for the Princeton Men’s Basketball team. The Tigers showed that they could compete with some of the best teams in the country and made history by winning their first NCAA Tournament game. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Princeton was able to make it through unscathed and put together a memorable performance that will be remembered for years to come.