Tobe Awaka, former Cardinal Hayes High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Tobe Awaka

By NYC Gazette

Mar 22, 2025

On Friday, March 21, former Cardinal Hayes High School standout Tobe Awaka’s current collegiate team the Arizona Wildcats won 93-65 against the Akron Zips in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament.

Hosted in Climate Pledge Arena, this was the first game against the Akron Zips during the championship.

The Arizona Wildcats’ next game will take place on Sunday, March 23 at 6:40 p.m. in Climate Pledge Arena against Oregon Ducks.

Tobe Awaka’s hometown is Hyde Park and game position is forward.

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