Vanderbilt Stuns Florida, Secures SEC Championship Berth

0:00On March 14, Vanderbilt's basketball team just dominated number 4 Florida with a 91-74 victory in the SEC tournament, semi-final. This win sends them straight to the championship game on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Guard Duke Miles led the charge with 17 points, including 10 free throws, while Tyler Tanner set a program record with his steals and added 20 points. The Commodores played their sharpest game of the season, forcing turnovers and getting to the line often despite Florida owning the rebounds. Jalen Washington couldn't miss inside, dropping 17 points, and the team shot efficiently without many mistakes of their own. Players kept a low key in the locker room, treating the upset like just another step forward. Coach Mark Beignton said they're beyond moral victories now, they're chasing titles. Duke Miles summed it up by yelling for a ring as he raced back to celebrate with the team. This marks the highest ranked win in Beignton's two years at Vanderbilt, topping previous triumphs over Kentucky and Tennessee.

1:02Wing Tyler Nichol called it their best team effort all year, proving they can hang with the nation's elite. Now all eyes turned to Sunday's title clash, where Vanderbilt aims to cut down the nets and cap off a statement, making tournament run.