Arizona Final Four history: Wildcats make last weekend of tournament for first time since Lute Olson led program

The Arizona Wildcats have reached the Final Four for the first time in over 20 years, behind the star freshman duo of Koa Peat and Brayden Burries. This marks the team's fifth Final Four appearance, with their last one being in 2001 under coach Lute Olson.
The Arizona Wildcats have made it to the Final Four. They beat Purdue to advance in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. This is their first Final Four appearance in over 20 years. The team is led by star freshmen Koa Peat and Brayden Burries. Arizona has reached the Final Four five times, with their first appearance being in 1988 under coach Lute Olson. The Wildcats won their first NCAA Tournament title in 1997.
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