1999 NCAA Men's Basketball Champions

The 1999 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship was won by the University of Connecticut, known as UConn. They defeated Duke University in the final game with a score of 77-74, earning their first-ever national title. The championship was held at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida. Led by coach Jim Calhoun and star players like Richard "Rip" Hamilton, UConn showcased a dominant defense and skilled teamwork throughout the tournament. This victory marked the rise of UConn as a major power in college basketball, and it remains a significant milestone in their program’s history.