USC women’s hoops loses star to injury, UCLA advances to Final Four

Apr. 01, 2025 Sports

The agony and ecstasy of March Madness were on full display this weekend for LA college basketball fans.

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Credits

Guests:

Randy Sklar - sports commentator - @SklarBrothers
Jason Sklar - sports commentator - @SklarBrothers

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Stephen Gregory, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Robin Estrin, Nihar Patel, Jack Ross

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