New York City- Twenty reasons why I love the Big East semifinals…
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We are in the World’s Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden..
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Traveling to the game the pulse quickens as you see fans sporting their team jerseys.
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Excitement builds filing into MSG.
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Watching teams in warmups, anticipation builds.
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Visiting with media colleagues not seen for a few weeks or months, a great time to exchange ideas and reconnect.
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Once the game starts, seeing how the respective coaches make their in-game adjustments.
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Noticing the different styles of the coaches. In dress and bench decorum. And execution of the game plan.
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Admiring how the respective coaches raised their programs to this level.
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Between halves and games, walking past the concessions and smelling the hot dogs on the grill. And beer being poured.
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The presence of the pep bands, cheerleaders and dance teams.
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The absolute devotion and spirit of the student sections.
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The basketball ‘royalty’ coming out to be part of this night.
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The incredible decibel level as a team makes a significant run.
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The alumni and fans getting into it as much as their school’s student sections.
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The emotion of the players and coaches in post game interviews.
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Unlimited coffee in the media room.
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Post game, fans filing out and beginning their celebration before exiting the Garden.
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The feeling of excitement if the game you witnessed qualifies as a ‘classic’.
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Fans on the street, of the winners, in their team gear still continuing the celebration.
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Friday night in March, New York City, MSG and the time honored historic Big East Tournament. Each year, a special night you are thankful to experience.
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