The final score read Emory 101, Yeshiva 80, but that number doesn’t quite capture the fight the Maccabees brought to Atlanta in the sweet 16 on Friday afternoon. Facing the second-ranked team in Division III on its home floor, YU took an early punch, battled back behind a sensational 43-point performance from Zevi Samet and 20 more from Yoav Oselka, and for a stretch in the second half had the Eagles looking uncomfortable. Ultimately, Emory’s depth, transition attack, and dom

For years, the Sweet 16 was something Yeshiva basketball could only imagine. In 2020, the Macs earned their spot there. They dominated the first two rounds and were ready to take the next step. And then the world stopped. The tournament was cancelled. The moment disappeared before it ever arrived. Now, six years later, the Macs finally get to play the game. Here we are. For the first time in program history, YU are actually stepping onto a Sweet 16 floor. And the road to get

Last week, I wrote about enjoying the journey. About soaking in the season while it lasts and appreciating the growth of a group of seniors on their “one last ride.” About a team that had already accomplished something special before the NCAA Tournament even tipped off. But something changed this weekend. At some point during a magical season, the ride stops feeling like a surprise and becomes destiny. That’s what Montclair State felt like. The NCAA called it a neutral site.