Grunner Rienk Mast anticipated to lead Nebraska to victory in NCAA tournament 'March Madness'
Grunner Rienk Mast anticipated to lead Nebraska to victory in NCAA tournament 'March Madness'
European basketball players are making a name for themselves in the NBA and Rienk Mast, who comes from Groningen, is no exception. Currently playing for the University of Nebraska's Cornhuskers, Mast is a source of pride for his hometown.
The NCAA men's basketball tournament, also known as "March Madness," is a knockout tournament where 68 teams will be competing in seven rounds for the national championship. After finishing third in their conference, the Cornhuskers have qualified for the tournament for the first time in a decade.
The Cornhuskers have never won a game in the tournament, losing all seven previous games they played. However, this year's tournament provides Mast with a chance to make history for Nebraska and move closer to his NBA dreams.
Today, Friday March 22nd the Cornhuskers will be facing the Texas A&M Aggies in the first round of the tournament. This game is expected to be a close one, with the 8th and 9th seeds of the tournament facing off.
Whether you're an existing basketball fan or someone looking for a reason to support a local player on an international stage, Mast and the Cornhuskers offer a compelling reason to tune in and watch.