A Super Fan

Six years ago I was told of a man named Allen. A 40-something year old, die hard Brandies fan. I have followed Allen's post regarding Brandies basketball on d3hoops and almost feel as though I know him personally. So, with all the anticipation of seeing Jeff this weekend, adding Allen into the mix only made it stronger!

When we pulled into the parking lot at Brandies' athletic center, I could barely control my excitement. I was as giddy as a schoolgirl. I brushed past people to get to Jeff. After our joyful reunion, my next mission was to find Allen. It wasn't hard. Not only was he jumping up and down screaming, but he was donning a shirt that read, "I'm Allen."

Allen was very vocal throughout the game and just as entertaining as described. He did not disappoint. Although we were rooting for different teams, I really did find him cute. From his bopping to the music blasting over the loud speaker, to the shear passion for his team, he was adorable.

Leave it to my father, who had not heard of Allen until I filled him in at the game, to go up to the guy between the men's and women's games. In fact, he said, "There he is. The infamous Allen." This was a great conversation starter and they eventually got into talking about NYU women's basketball. Why you ask? Because my father knows one person ever to play on the NYU women's basketball team. When he mentioned that to Allen, he amazingly rattled off name after name of former NYU players. Just think, NYU isn't even the team he likes! It's Brandeis!

After Allen's amazing display of knowledge, I simply watched him in awe. So impassioned, so innocent. A super fan to say the least. Every team could use someone like him on their side! The six year wait was well worth finally seeing Allen in action. I just wish his Brandeis Judges lost.