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Looking for a team to cheer for in March Madness?

I’ve said it before, but tonight with my computer on my lap as a I agonize over every basket while switching between games, it will never be more true. I’m proud to be a Titan. Continue reading

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The 2012 Mascot Bracket

Final Four – Vanderbilt, Michigan State, North Carolina, and Iowa State. Continue reading

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The 2011 Mascot Bracket

It is now time for the third annual mascot bracket.  Tired of losing every year with my own basketball knowledge, I decided to divise a very scientific method of picking the NCAA tournament.  It all revolves around this question: Which … Continue reading

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The Best College Basketball Program Without a Championship

I’m not really sure how I feel about this. As a huge Illini fan, it’s not exactly something to be excited about. The Illini are sort of the “Crash Davis” of college basketball. Continue reading

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Mascot Bracket Sweet 16 Update

To make a long story short, the Mascot Bracket has not done well – but it has had a few shining moments. After Round One: 1. Barack Obama, 25 points 2. Chalk, 22 3. Joe Lunardi, 21 4. Fat Pastor, … Continue reading

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A letter to Dick Vitale, clown prince of college basketball

Dear Dick, Let me just say that at one time I was a big fan.  I loved your excitement.  I loved the exuberance you brought to broadcasting.  I loved the “Better get a TO, baby.”  I loved it when you … Continue reading

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New Top 5 (NBA starters)

The new Top 5: My starting five of all-time NBA stars, and a full roster of 12. Bob Cousy Michael Jordan Magic Johnson Tim Duncan Bill Russell Read my explanations, and tell me I’m wrong.

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Bracket Recap

So, looking at my bracket, which is based on which team’s nickname would in a fight, a few things pop out at me. The No. 1 seeds did not fair well. Only one made it to the Sweet 16, and … Continue reading

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Site of the Week

In honor of the 27-0 Illinois Wesleyan University women’s basketball team, the site of the week is the Titan sports website.  The Titans have dominated the regular season, led by conference player of the year Christina Solari and Josten’s Trophy … Continue reading

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Site of the Week

In recognition of the start of a new basketball season, I have named d3hoops.com as the site of the week.  This is the definitive source of all things Division III, which is the last bastion of amateur excellence.  It is … Continue reading

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