Madness

Local favorite, Siena was slated to play at 2:30 this afternoon. A number 13 seed, Siena has been getting some national attention in hopes of upsetting number 4 Purdue. Being as school gets out at 3:00, I made plans with a few to head to a local bar to catch the remainder of the game and maybe grab a drink.

With a combination of a late start, TV stoppage, and scooting out of school as quickly as possible, I didn't miss too much of the game. The Saints were up a few points and took a lead into half time.

The local establishment was one I haven't been to in quite some time. I was at least in college the last time I had been there. It has changed a bit. Not necessarily the bar area or the atmosphere, but part of the decor. The televisions. Being as flat screen HDTV were just starting a rise to popularity in 2004, the multiple flat screens propped up on the walls was an excellent addition. TVs on every wall, facing in all directions. It was so nice.

I could turn and talk to the person to my left, and bam, there's the game. I could turn and talk to the person on my right, and bam, there's the game. It was a very advantageous way to watch a game with a group of people. In fact, I enjoyed it so much, minus Siena losing, that I am heading back to meet some people for the Syracuse/Vermont game tonight. I will wear orange for Jeff and drink a beer or two for him. I have a feeling I will like the outcome of this game!