1.   A victory in the final would mean a berth in late February in the National Collegiate Athletic Association tournament, which remains the ultimate goal, Wright said.

2.   For Hingis, it meant a berth in the final.

3.   Nebraska versus Oklahoma used to mean a berth in the Orange Bowl, along with a national title shot.

4.   A victory there would mean a berth in the championship game against Arizona or Michigan State next Monday night.

5.   If they do it Sunday, it will mean a berth in the American National Football League playoffs.

6.   Third spot means a berth in Champions League pre-qualification rounds and fourth the UEFA Cup.