Trinity and Wesleyan face off in Final Four

Trinity College and Wesleyan University will compete in a historic Final Four matchup on Thursday. This game is significant as it marks the third meeting between the two teams this season, with both having won one game each. The stakes are high, as the winner will advance to the national championship. Trinity, with a record of 28 wins and 3 losses, and Wesleyan, with 30 wins and just 1 loss, are long-time rivals in Division III athletics. Joe Reilly, the head coach of Wesleyan and a former player at Trinity, expressed his excitement about reaching the Final Four after many years of effort. The teams have met 204 times in history, with Trinity leading the series 104-99. Their most recent meeting was on January 25, when Wesleyan won 72-63. However, Trinity later defeated Wesleyan 75-67 in the conference championship game. Both teams earned high seeds in the NCAA tournament, with Trinity ranked fourth and Wesleyan first. The Bantams are entering the Final Four on a strong 13-game winning streak. Trinity’s coach, James Cosgrove, emphasized the team’s focus and determination to succeed this year after reaching the semifinals last season. The Final Four will take place in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The Trinity vs. Wesleyan game is set to start at 5:30 PM, followed by another semifinal between NYU and Washington University. Fans can watch the games on ESPN+. Both teams are recognized for their strong defensive play, making this matchup expected to be physical and competitive. Key players to watch include Wesleyan's Shane Regan and Trinity's Henry Vetter.