The Auburn Tigers have solidified their place in the Final Four after a decisive victory over Michigan State in the latest round of March Madness. Led by SEC Player of the Year Johni Broome, who delivered an impressive performance with 22 points and 16 rebounds, the Tigers secured a 78-65 win against their fifth-seeded opponents. This triumph follows their earlier 78-65 victory over Michigan.
Auburn now advances to represent the South Region in the Final Four, where they will face the tournament’s No. 1 seed, the Florida Gators. While the players’ athletic prowess on the court has certainly captured attention, the Auburn cheerleading squad has also gained significant notice from fans.
The enthusiastic cheerleaders, who support the team at Jordan-Hare Stadium during football season and follow the basketball team throughout their tournament run, have become a notable presence during Auburn’s journey through the NCAA Tournament.
If I saw them cheering for me I would drop 50 pic.twitter.com/aAKLelC0j1
— Buck “Golden Boy” Johnson (@jaxsondartfan) March 30, 2025
Auburn Tigers Made History
The Auburn Tigers have secured their place in college basketball history by advancing to the 2025 men’s Final Four as the South Regional champions. This remarkable achievement marks only the second Final Four appearance in program history, with their previous trip occurring in 2019.
Auburn’s journey to San Antonio featured an impressive run through the tournament. They began by dispatching Alabama State in the first round, followed by victories over Creighton and Michigan. The Tigers completed their regional conquest with a decisive win against second-seeded Michigan State on Sunday.
This year’s Final Four is particularly notable as all four No. 1 seeds have advanced to the semifinals for the first time since 2008. Auburn joins an elite field that includes:
- Florida
- Duke
- Houston
The Tigers’ success has energized their fanbase, with gameday atmosphere reaching fever pitch during their tournament run. Auburn’s cheerleading squad has also gained significant attention, becoming a highlight of the broadcasts alongside the team’s on-court excellence.
Basketball enthusiasts can look forward to an exceptional level of competition as these top programs prepare to battle for the national championship in Texas.
A longtime sports reporter, Carlos Garcia has written about some of the biggest and most notable athletic events of the last 5 years. He has been credentialed to cover MLS, NBA and MLB games all over the United States. His work has been published on Fox Sports, Bleacher Report, AOL and the Washington Post.
