Crossword clue
“Gaels of the N.C.A.A.”
This clue appeared as 43-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.
Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance
IONALetters4
Starts withI
Ends withA
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Gaels of the N.C.A.A.” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 9, 2026 as 43-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with I and ends with A, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Gaels of the N.C.A.A.” clue?+
The answer is IONA (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 9, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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