Santa Clara coach called timeout before Kentucky buzzer beater, but refs ignored it
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Key Points:
- Santa Clara coach Herb Sendek attempted to call a timeout immediately after his team’s go-ahead 3-pointer late in regulation against Kentucky, aiming to set up a defensive play.
- Officials did not grant the timeout, seemingly missing Sendek’s signal as no referees appeared to be watching him at the time.
- Kentucky’s Otega Oweh then hit a game-tying 3-pointer at the buzzer and the Wildcats went on to dominate in overtime.
- The missed timeout call likely disrupted Santa Clara’s defensive organization, contributing to Kentucky’s comeback and adding to the frustration of Santa Clara’s near upset.
- Santa Clara had not won an NCAA Tournament game in three decades, making the loss and missed timeout
