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WVU Crushes Creighton to Reach College Basketball Crown Final
Mountaineers freshman D.J. Thomas leads team to tournament championship game
Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:17pm
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WVU's decisive semifinal victory over Creighton sets the stage for a championship showdown in the College Basketball Crown tournament.Morgantown TodayThe West Virginia University Mountaineers basketball team dominated Creighton in the semifinal round of the College Basketball Crown tournament, securing a spot in the championship game. Freshman D.J. Thomas was a standout performer for WVU, with a key role in clinching the victory.
Why it matters
WVU's decisive win over a highly ranked Creighton squad demonstrates the Mountaineers' strength as a team and their potential to capture the College Basketball Crown title. This tournament appearance is an important milestone for the program and its young star player, D.J. Thomas.
The details
WVU jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, cruising to a comfortable victory over Creighton. Freshman D.J. Thomas led the Mountaineers' offensive charge, making key plays throughout the game. In the final seconds, teammate Chance Moore punctuated the win with an emphatic dunk.
- The semifinal matchup took place on Saturday, April 5, 2026.
The players
D.J. Thomas
A freshman basketball player for the West Virginia University Mountaineers, who had a standout performance in the semifinal victory.
Chance Moore
A member of the West Virginia University Mountaineers basketball team, who made a highlight-reel dunk in the final seconds of the semifinal game.
What’s next
The Mountaineers will now advance to the College Basketball Crown tournament final, where they will face the winner of the other semifinal matchup.
The takeaway
WVU's dominant performance in the semifinal round showcases the team's depth, talent, and potential to capture the College Basketball Crown championship. Freshman D.J. Thomas has emerged as a key contributor, and the Mountaineers will look to him to lead the way in the final.
