This year’s bracket included Ohio, Portland, Wright State, Bradley, Texas State, Middle Tennessee State, South Florida, and Princeton. The tournament also had its fair share of NBA prospects. Princeton’s Xavian Lee and Wright State’s Brandon Noel were at the top of that list. It was an intimate environment that provided great fundamental basketball for all in attendance.
Jacksonville St Guard Jaron Pierre Jr put up 31 points in a convincing win for the Gamecocks against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in Conway, SC. Pierre shot 11 of 19 from the field, including a couple of three-pointers. Pierre would also shoot 7 of 8 from the free throw line in the contest.
The popularity of college football, a treasured American pastime, has drastically changed recently. The landscape of collegiate athletics has changed as a result of the introduction of new Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) regulations. Student athletes can now profit from their personal brands rather than just competing for awards and scholarships.
This year a section of the bracket made it’s way to the Charleston Civic Center. This particular section included a Marshall Alumni team (Herd That) and a WVU Alumni team (Best Virginia). One would like to think that it’s just a bunch of washed up “old guys” gathering for one last run at glory by splitting the winning share of one million dollars. This is more than that, far, far more!
The Pitt Panthers came into Sunday’s afternoon game riding a 12 game losing streak. The rumors, chatter, and emotions would only escalate with fans after this game was over. Outside of the “The Pete” was a wash out. On the inside, things wouldn’t be much different.
It’s that time of year again! Baskets made, goals reached, and A LOT of Tums will be consumed! If your team made it, congratulations! If not, maybe next year. March is a great time of year for a sports fan. If you do not like the play-in game, or the “First Four” you’re not a basketball fan.
So, you’re obsessed with Draft Kings? Well, join the crowd of millions upon millions of people. Don’t feel bad or guilty. Just enjoy it, and have a little fun. Trust me, it can become an issue. This advice comes from a person that had a BAD gambling problem about 15 years ago or so.
