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Sion James helps lead Duke back to Final Four, believes in 'God who serves'

Sion James has brought a servant's heart to Duke. "There are a lot of things a lot more important than a ball going into a basket."

Johni Broome 'called on Him' as he powers Auburn into Final Four: 'All glory to God'

With a firm foundation of faith in Christ, the Auburn men are back in the Final Four thanks to the play of star Johni Broome.

WHAT'S UP PODCAST: Landry Williams - Oklahoma State Women's Basketball Player

Today on the "What's Up" podcast, we talk to Oklahoma State's Landry Williams about injuries, her upcoming wedding and faith at OSU.

Head coach Grant McCasland leads Texas Tech with Jesus being 'who I live my life for'

Texas Tech coach Grant McCasland runs a program built on faith and character, and has the Red Raiders in the Sweet 16 in his second year.

Fueled by powerful testimony, TCU's Hailey Van Lith 'really standing on God's shoulders'

Hailey Van Lith led TCU past her former team and into the Sweet 16 for the first time. "I would be nothing without Him," she said afterward.

WHAT'S UP PODCAST: Anna Camden - University of Richmond Basketball Player

Today on the "What's Up" podcast, we talk to Anna Camden from the University of Richmond about her ACL injury and her wild God moment.

Hannah Hidalgo in elite company with first-team All-American selection: 'All glory to God'

Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo was again named a first-team All-American, and she posted "All Glory to God" after the news.

WHAT'S UP PODCAST: 7 college basketball stars to watch during March Madness

Recently on Sports Spectrum's "What's Up" podcast, we’ve had on seven incredibly impressive players you need to cheer for in March Madness.

Lipscomb vets Joe Anderson, Will Pruitt seek to 'proclaim the Good News of Jesus'

Lipscomb will rely on veteran guards Will Pruitt and Joe Anderson in the NCAA Tournament while they trust in "a God of 2nd chances."

High Point seniors credit 'Lord and Savior Jesus Christ' ahead of NCAA Tournament debut

High Point is off to the men's NCAA Tournament for the first time. "The thing that has helped us so much is my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."

All-American candidate John Tonje leads Wisconsin while knowing 'Jesus is King'

A surprise All-American candidate, Wisconsin's John Tonje leads the Badgers into the NCAA Tournament knowing "God always has a plan."

WHAT'S UP PODCAST: Dylan Cardwell - Auburn University Basketball Player

Today on the "What's Up" podcast, we talk to Auburn basketball player Dylan Cardwell about growing in his faith and his recent missions trip.

Perseverance, faith pay off for Indiana senior Anthony Leal, who aims to 'bring glory to Jesus'

Indiana senior guard Anthony Leal credits his faith in God for helping him persevere and earn a starting spot for the Hoosiers.

Cori Close grateful to be coaching No. 1 UCLA, leans on 'dependent relationship' with Christ

As Cori Close leads No. 1 UCLA into the NCAA Tournament, she's leaning on her relationship with Christ to "love people right where they are."

WHAT'S UP PODCAST: Caleb Shaw - Grand Canyon University Basketball Player

Today on the "What's Up" podcast, we welcome GCU basketball player Caleb Shaw to talk faith, basketball and the importance of prayer.

Tennessee's Jahmai Mashack leverages buzzer-beater to launch food drive fundraiser

After his game-winner, Tennessee guard Jahmai Mashack thanked "my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" and set up a fundraiser for a local food bank.

UConn center Tarris Reed Jr. credits late-season emergence to 'locking in' with the Lord

UConn's Tarris Reed Jr. is coming off the best game of his three-year college career. "I got back to speaking to the Lord," he says.

SS PODCAST: Auburn men's basketball assistant Chad Prewett on serving college students

The Auburn assistant men's coach talks about March Madness and sharing Jesus with college students.

Head coach Vic Schaefer has Texas women at No. 1 as he continues to 'praise the Lord'

Christ-following women's basketball head coach Vic Schaefer has Texas at No. 1 in the AP poll for the first time in 21 years.

Hailey Van Lith aims to lead No. 10 TCU on postseason run as she lives 'to serve Jesus'

TCU basketball star Hailey Van Lith has her team poised for a deep postseason run while seeking "to glorify God in all of His goodness."

Nets forward Cam Johnson enjoying career year as he stays 'engaged in the Word'

Brooklyn Nets forward Cam Johnson is having a career season while leaning on his faith in Christ to "level everything out."