Social Media Responds to BYU Basketball Advancing Past VCU

BYU basketball excelled on both sides of the ball in the opening round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

Following the dominant victory in Denver, fans and critics alike had plenty to say about the Cougars’ performance. Here are some of the standout reactions to BYU’s win over VCU.

BYU Kicks Off March Madness with Win Over VCU Rams

For the first time since 2011, BYU basketball has reached the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament.

The No. 6 seed BYU defeated No. 11 seed VCU 80-71 on Thursday afternoon in front of a crowd heavily supporting the Cougars at Ball Arena.

It was poetic that BYU’s victory took place in the same arena where Jimmer Fredette, who helped propel BYU to the Round of 32 14 years ago, made his mark.

BYU advances and will take on No. 3 seed Wisconsin on Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Social Media Reacts to BYU’s First Round Victory