The GIST: Between the top-ranked U of I Illini and the heartwarming Loyola-Chicago Ramblers, Chicago has all the storylines this year. Now all we need is that trophy.

The GIST: There are potentially eight schools representing the DMV in the round of 64 and they’re ready to bust some brackets.

This week in golf and snowboarding.

The GIST: Forget the Grammys, March Madness is upon us, starting with last night’s men’s selection show. But if you’re not ready to lace up your dancing shoes for “The Big Dance” just yet, take a peek at yesterday’s Sunday Scroll for everything you need to know before you keep reading.

This week in college basketball, Notre Dame women's volleyball, and women's gymnastics.

The GIST: As if we needed more proof why Washington was named the best state in the country, again: our college teams keep on winning. We love it here.

The GIST: North Texas will be well represented at March Madness, the Mavericks have won five of their last six, the Stars finally picked up a win and we get an extra hour of sunshine? It’s going to be a good week here in the Big D.

The GIST: We usually save the biggest WTF moments for our podcast, The GIST of It, but this one couldn’t wait.

This week in Georgetown and UVA college basketball.

This week from the Sixers and College Basketball.

This week from the Clippers, Lakers, and college basketball.

This week from the Patriots and college hockey (Boston University, Northeastern, and Boston College).