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Wolverines Dominate Early, Advance in March Madness
21 Mar
Summary
- Michigan led 27-6 after the first quarter with a 10-0 run.
- Holloway scored 20 points, adding eight rebounds and seven assists.
- Wolverines aim for Sweet 16 with home-court advantage.
Michigan's Wolverines established dominance early in their March Madness game, securing a significant 27-6 lead by the end of the first quarter against the Holy Cross Crusaders. The Wolverines set the tone with an initial 10-0 run and maintained relentless pressure, compelling the Crusaders to call an early timeout.
Led by an outstanding performance from Holloway, who contributed 20 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, Michigan showcased strong offense and defense. Olivia Olson added 12 points and eight rebounds, while Swords chipped in 13 points. The Crusaders, despite a nine-game winning streak entering the tournament, struggled to recover from Michigan's early surge.
With this victory, the Wolverines advance with a 26-6 record, positioning themselves to potentially reach the Sweet 16 for the third time in school history. They will play their next game at home, hoping to replicate their 2022 success where home-court advantage propelled them to the Elite Eight.
