I've been promising D2 coverage for months but failing to deliver.

So -- South Dakota State, the defending national champion, endured a wild game last night against North Dakota. The Jackrabbits held on for the 72-70 OT victory and earned another trip to the Elite Eight.

SDSU will face Cal-Pa next Wednesday. Cal, ranked #3 in the national polls, beat Glenville State to advance.

Seattle Pacific is the #1 team in the country. The Falcons also earned the trip to St. Joe's last night be beating Cal Poly Pomona. Amy Taylor sang the national anthem and then racked up 21 points and 10 assists.