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What does VCU stand for? Meaning, history behind name of university that is home to Rams basketball program

Here's what VCU stands for, and the history behind this Virginia university.
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VCU band director trolls North Carolina, dons Michael Jordan jersey

VCU picked up a huge upset victory against North Carolina on Thursday night, and the band director trolled the Tar Heels on Saturday.

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Round of 32 Win Over VCU

The Illini advanced to the Sweet 16 in dominant fashion, and as usual social media had plenty to say about it

Andrej Stojakovic scores 21 as No. 3 seed Illinois beats 11th-seeded VCU 76-55 to reach Sweet 16

GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Andrej Stojakovic transferred to Illinois following a standout sophomore season at California because he believed in coach Brad Underwood's program and the Fighting Illini's team chemistry.

Illinois vs VCU schedule, TV channel, how to watch March Madness game

What channel is VCU vs Illinois NCAA Tournament game on? How to watch Rams vs Fighting Illini March Madness game on Saturday, March 21, with TV, time.

VCU Braces for '40-Minute UFC Fight' Against Illinois' David Mirkovic

Rams head coach Phil Martelli Jr. spoke on the challenges the 'super tough' Mirkovic will pose in Saturday's second-round matchup

No. 11 seed VCU erases 19-point deficit, stuns sixth-seeded North Carolina 82-78 in OT

GREENVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Terrence Hill Jr. felt he just wasn't himself in the first half of Thursday night's first round NCAA Tournament game. When he returned after the break, he was nearly unstoppable.

VCU star Nyk Lewis leaves NCAA tournament matchup vs. Illinois not even 1 minute in after rolling ankle

Nyk Lewis went down hard after landing on top of a teammate's foot while trying to get a rebound on Saturday night.