University of South Florida

Chris Mack stood out so strongly among dozens of interested candidates that USF "proactively" pursued him. Within days, he has shown the required "relentless obsession" as he recruits "everyday guys."

During her introductory press conference, Curry noted the school's desire to compete "at the highest level” and promised to embrace the past and build on the success left by Jose Fernandez.

The bill has been criticized by Miami Beach officials because it allows the development of the hotel to move forward without being cleared by a historic preservation board.

In opting for proof over promise, USF has hired College of Charleston's Chris Mack, who brings of a resume of 300-plus career wins and nine NCAA appearances at Louisville and Xavier.

Hodgson is joining a school in the Big East Conference, a basketball-first power league rich in tradition, resources and national exposure.

UT defeated USF in their tournament opener, but both Tampa Bay squads finished with 1-2 records and missed out on the Frosty Four semifinals.

Hodgson's eyes began to well when Izaiyah Nelson referred to him as a father figure. The coach also praised his parents and took exception to comments by Louisville's coach about some Bulls players.

The Bulls missed 20 of their first 21 3-point attempts and fell behind by 23 points in the second half before going on run over the final 11 minutes. But it wasn't enough to overcome the Cardinals at the end.

USF is in Buffalo to meet Louisville in the first round of the NCAA tournament. A day earlier, the Bulls' coach shared some of the scars as a foster child and joys from adoption.

Community members are still hoping for an alternative to school closures planned for next year.

The Bulls need one more victory to earn an automatic bid in the NCAA tournament. A loss means waiting for a possible at-large bid from the selection committee.

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