TCU Upsets Ohio State in March Madness Thriller

Horned Frogs' Brock Harding leads the way with a triple-double performance

Mar. 19, 2026 at 3:25pm

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In a thrilling March Madness matchup, the No. 9 seed TCU Horned Frogs pulled off an upset victory over the No. 8 seed Ohio State Buckeyes. Led by a standout performance from point guard Brock Harding, who recorded a triple-double, TCU's fast-paced offense overwhelmed Ohio State, leading to the Horned Frogs advancing to the Round of 32.

Why it matters

This win marks a significant achievement for the TCU program, which has struggled to make deep tournament runs in recent years. The Horned Frogs' ability to disrupt Ohio State's offense and capitalize on turnovers showcased their potential to make a deeper run in the tournament. For Ohio State, the loss is a disappointing end to their season, as they were hoping to make a strong showing in their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2022.

The details

Brock Harding, the former Iowa guard now leading the TCU offense, was the driving force behind the Horned Frogs' victory. Harding finished the game with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, recording a triple-double and leading TCU's fast-paced attack. The Horned Frogs' defense also played a crucial role, forcing 18 Ohio State turnovers and converting them into 21 points. TCU's forwards, Xavier Edmonds and Micah Robinson, also made significant contributions, scoring 14 and 13 points, respectively.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
  • Tip-off was at 12:15 p.m. ET.

The players

Brock Harding

A former Iowa guard who now leads the TCU offense, Harding recorded a triple-double with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists to propel the Horned Frogs to victory.

Xavier Edmonds

A TCU forward who scored 14 points, contributing to the Horned Frogs' fast-paced offense and ability to capitalize on Ohio State's turnovers.

Micah Robinson

Another TCU forward who added 13 points, helping the Horned Frogs maintain their offensive momentum throughout the game.

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What they’re saying

“Brock Harding is the engine that drives our team. His ability to create for himself and his teammates is what makes us so dangerous.”

— Jamie Dixon, TCU Head Coach

“We knew TCU would be a tough opponent, but we just couldn't find a way to slow down their transition game. Hats off to them, they played a great game.”

— Chris Holtmann, Ohio State Head Coach

What’s next

TCU will now face the winner of the Gonzaga vs. Montana game in the Round of 32 on Saturday, March 21st.

The takeaway

TCU's victory over Ohio State showcases the Horned Frogs' ability to compete with top-tier programs in the NCAA Tournament. Brock Harding's triple-double performance and the team's relentless defense proved to be the difference, as TCU continues its quest for a deep tournament run.