One lucky fan at National Championship got a six-figure souvenir thanks to UConn's Alex Karaban
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One lucky fan at National Championship got a six-figure souvenir thanks to UConn's Alex Karaban originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Michigan took care of business with a 69-63 win over UConn in Monday's National Championship game.
The defensive battle went back-and-forth, but the Wolverines outlasted the Huskies for the second title in school history. Elliot Cadeau led the way with 19 points. After the game, there was one key piece missing from Michigan's sideline.
The game ball was launched into the stands by UConn's Alex Karaban, giving one lucky fan a $100,000 souvenir, according to former ESPN writer Darren Rovel. No word if Michigan officials were able to make contact with the fan to secure a piece of history. As for the game itself, the final minutes were a gritty test of strength from both sides.
UConn felt the game slipping away and tried everything to pull back within a one-score contest. However, Michigan wouldn't be denied on the biggest stage. Karaban throws game ball into crowd.