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The woman who in 2006 falsely accused three Duke University lacrosse players of raping her has admitted publicly for the first time that she made up the story. The accusations made national headlines at the time, stirring tensions about race, class and the privilege of college athletes. Crystal Mangum, who is Black, said in an interview with the "Let's Talk with Kat" podcast that she "made up a story that wasn't true" about the white players who attended a party where she was hired to perform as a stripper "because I wanted validation from people and not from God." The former Duke players were declared innocent in 2007 after Mangum's story fell apart under legal scrutiny.

The top-ranked Tar Heels finished the season 22-0, setting a school record for wins and becoming the first undefeated national champion since 2017.

Since April 1, 2019, the Tar Heels have only lost two games, both of which were by a single goal each to Boston College in the NCAA Tournament.

Duke Lacrosse has had to come a long way since the national attention brought on by false rape allegations in 2006. The tactic that's likely been most…

In March 2006, three white lacrosse players at Duke University were accused of raping an African-American exotic dancer. The case raised questions about…

In March 2006, three white lacrosse players at Duke University were accused of raping an African-American exotic dancer. The case raised questions about…

The Duke men's lacrosse team overcame an early deficit to beat Syracuse 16-10 for its second national title. The Blue Devils began Monday's game by…