michigan wolverines
we are champions
… my friend!!!
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The Michigan Wolverines are partying like it’s 1989 – they recently became the 2026 NCAA champions, their first title in nearly four decades… and they had every reason to celebrate after a hard work at the top.
The Wolverines claimed the crown Monday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, sealing the victory with a 69-63 score as the final buzzer sounded.
The Wolverines lost their minds after the clock struck zero, winning their first national title since 1989 – when the future NBA champions glen rice Led the team and took home MVP honors.
The first half was a close match between the two sides, with the Wolverines leading at the break 33–29. Michigan was able to push the lead to 10 with five minutes remaining… but the Huskies made things interesting with a comeback.
In the end, it was too little, too late for Connecticut, as the Michigan Wolverines lifted the national championship trophy in the finale image of the 2026 March Madness tournament.
Three players finished the night scoring in double figures Elliot Cadou, Yaxel Lendeborg And Morez Johnson Jr. Playing a key role in the Maize and Blue’s big win.
Talking about Cadeau – he won the 2026 Final Four Most Outstanding Player award.
Wolverines reach the pinnacle of college basketball 🔥
2026 National Champion 👏#March Madness @umichball pic.twitter.com/eYznvbV5Iu
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Of course, the party won’t stop in Indy… the Wolverines are heading back to Storrs/Ann Arbor to celebrate with their fans.
And, if history repeats itself, the campus and the city won’t be getting much sleep tonight.
Congratulations, Michigan!
