In a series of electrifying NCAA March Madness games, Northwestern's Wildcats demonstrated exceptional performance, particularly Brooks Barnhizer, who played a pivotal role in the team's success. Barnhizer's relentless effort and crucial plays, including a game-changing shot that sent the Wildcats into overtime against FAU, were highlighted across various tweets. This marked the first overtime of the 2024 tournament. Following his standout performance, Barnhizer secured a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal with Buffalo Wild Wings. The Wildcats' ability to set the pace in overtime and ultimately pull away in the additional period was noted, showcasing their determination and skill.
Northwestern’s @BrooksBarnhizer’s shot sent the Wildcats to OT against FAU, the 1st OT of the 2024 tournament. Barnhizer cashes in, scores NIL deal with the overtime guys, @BWWings. https://t.co/VfJZPWLfzq
HERE COME THE CATAMOUNTS OF VERMONT!
HERE COME THE CATAMOUNTS 🔥 #MarchMadness @UVMmbb https://t.co/XEANvgBo4d
BIG TIME HUSTLE PLAY 😤 #MarchMadness @MarquetteMBB https://t.co/i7DKmsRmMH
THE WILDCATS ARE PULLING AWAY IN OT (via @MarchMadnessMBB) https://t.co/hgdfMcNgVS
The Wildcats set the pace in overtime 👀 #MarchMadness @NUMensBball https://t.co/cFKwATIhEk
BARNHIZER FORCES OT! 🤯 @BrooksBarnhizer x @NUMensBball (via @MarchMadnessMBB) https://t.co/zsYJ2L62Ar
THE WILDCATS ARE HEATING UP 🔥 #MarchMadness @NUMensBball https://t.co/VHpkhhdvIa
"Barnhizer getting to the rack!" @NUMensBball Brooks Barnhizer on the attack 😤 https://t.co/iR8zjZ6mpY
Brooks Barnhizer putting it ALL on the line 👏 @BrooksBarnhizer x @NUMensBball (via @MarchMadnessMBB) https://t.co/7g5NKKlrK3
Brooks Barnhizer of @NUMensBball going ALL OUT for the rock 😤 https://t.co/IbnthtZLqY
All-out hustle 👏 #MarchMadness @NUMensBball https://t.co/CXtZwxS4mj
The Wildcats are rolling 🔥 #MarchMadness https://t.co/TnK7dY6M4F