I'm sure you've noticed that I haven't commented on the NCAA tournament so far this year. I had a "Bucknell is Awesome" post all ready to go but, after they fell to Butler in the first round, I had to shelve that. I really had high hopes for the Bison this March, picking them to make it to the Sweet Sixteen. Oh, well.
As usual, we've got a family pool under way. Through the first three rounds, I've been bringing up the rear. So much for my sports expertise, I thought. That all changed last night, though, with Michigan's overtime win, Louisville's dominance, and Duke's victory. Yes, it pains me to admit it, but I did pick Duke to get to the Elite Eight. You know that I'll do anything to win.
The result of all this is that I'm now sitting here tied for first with Hannah. But, I've got Louisville winning the whole thing while she's got Gonzaga taking down the nets. So, I'm feeling pretty good. First prize (I think) means that I get to pick the restaurant for a family dinner. I'm thinking Korean food. It's time to give something new a try.
The sad thing is that, even if I win, I'll walk away this year with an empty feeling. College basketball just won't be the same next year without Syracuse in the Big East. The only saving grace related to that move is that Maryland is exiting the ACC just as Syracuse joins. Thank goodness. I don't think I could have put up with an annual match-up with the Terps.
This is where the magic happens.
