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SIMMONS AND LSU CLING TO NCAA TOURNAMENT HOPES

Hunter-bred basketballer Ben Simmons and his college side LSU, have bounced back from a three game losing streak, to outclass Florida 96 points to 91.

Simmons came up with another well rounded performance, with 22 points, 11 rebounds, five assists and four steals.

The Tigers’ are still a long shot to make the finals, but LSU could qualify for the NCAA Tournament if it wins its final two games.

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Mitchell Hughes

Mitchell Hughes started as a tape editor in Newcastle in 1999. He became a reporter in 2004, working in Lismore and on the Gold Coast. Since moving back to the Newcastle office in 2006, he's taken on various roles, such as producer and chief of staff. He became the head sport reporter in 2011 and the main sport presenter in 2015.

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