Miami RedHawks advance in NCAA Tournament with Stowers after March 18 win

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Mar 19, 2026
ByJ. R. Fuentes
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On March 18, former Peoria High School star basketball player Leshawn Stowers helped lead his current college team, the Miami RedHawks, to an 89-79 victory over the SMU Mustangs in the NCAA Tournament.

The matchup was held at UD Arena with an 8:10 p.m. tipoff.

Miami RedHawks will play their next game Friday, March 20 at 4:25 p.m. at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

Leshawn Stowers
Leshawn Stowers — Guard — Freshman — 6′5″ — 190 — Hometown: Peoria

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