A late 8 zero run for number three seated Kansas state helped the wildcats beat 6 sea to Kentucky 75 69 to advance to the sweet 16 in the east regional, the NCAA tournament. Guard marquise Noelle led all players with 27 points and said he had to change his offensive approach. I just figured that, you know, I go downhill, be aggressive. I look for my own shot. In the Midwest region, number three seed Xavier advanced to the sweet 16 after taking down number 11 C pit 84 73. The musketeers had all 5 starters in double figures, led by Jack nun G's 18 points. Dennis Cox, Greensboro, North Carolina