It's better than Christmas morning!

[BillyMac]

Didn't "March Madness" originally refer to the Illinois state high school basketbal tournament? Something about, "Play early, and play often", or something like that?

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Didn't "March Madness" originally refer to the Illinois state high school basketbal tournament? Something about, "Play early, and play often", or something like that?

The term was apparently first used by the Illinois High School Association. And the IHSA sued a few years ago for the copyright laws or exclusive right for this game. The NCAA put out a video game called “March Madness” back in the mid to late 90s and the IHSA sued to have them remove the name from the game or give them money for the use of the term.

Peace

[26 Year Gap]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Tomorrow morning, 8AM. It's true, it's true. I'll be on the couch with my frozen peas by the 11:10AM tipoff.

I'll admit, it was a coincidence considering I made the appointment in January.

Don't they get suspicious when you make that appt each and every January, though? Sorta like "My grandmother died" and the kid must have about twenny of 'em.

[grunewar]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

Don't they get suspicious when you make that appt each and every January, though? Sorta like "My grandmother died" and the kid must have about twenny of 'em.

Maybe he's really a man's man and they don't take?

[mj]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Tomorrow morning, 8AM. It's true, it's true. I'll be on the couch with my frozen peas by the 11:10AM tipoff.

I'll admit, it was a coincidence considering I made the appointment in January.

LOL...don't do too much the first couple days Rich. Trust you'll feel great just don't over due it or you'll be sorry!!

[Rich]

Originally Posted by mj

LOL...don't do too much the first couple days Rich. Trust you'll feel great just don't over due it or you'll be sorry!!

How long before it's safe to get back on the elliptical? (I'll ask that tomorrow morning.)

[Juulie Downs]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I do not recall that he excluded women's basketball.

True, he didn't. But I didn't exclude men's, either.

Originally Posted by JRutledge

And if you want to express that opinion it is fair. But then do not get mad when people here put down women's basketball (which you have in the past).

I don't get mad when people put down women's basketball. I get annoyed when people claim that women's isn't as hard to ref as men's, and when people try to convince me that I shouldn't like women's. I couldn't care less whether others like women's ball or not.

Originally Posted by JRutledge

I do not think anyone in this thread about how they felt about one or the other.

No, and I didn't either. I just said that the first day of the men's tournament isn't the high point of my year, the first day of the women's is more exciting to me.

Originally Posted by JRutledge

That being said, most people could give a damn about women's basketball.

.. and you need to remind me of that... why?

Originally Posted by JRutledge

For one the same teams are in the mix every year and there are not the upsets in the women's games like there are on the men's side.

I'm not sure that the change in teams that are in the mix is greater on the men's side or the women's, but you might be right, but so what?

Originally Posted by JRutledge

So there is a different energy on the men's side and considering TV revenue and ticket sales, I could say this does not at all include Women's basketball and never did when referring to March Madness.

and that means what exactly???

Originally Posted by JRutledge

Just my opinion of course.

Of course!

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Juulie Downs

True, he didn't. But I didn't exclude men's, either.

I don't get mad when people put down women's basketball. I get annoyed when people claim that women's isn't as hard to ref as men's, and when people try to convince me that I shouldn't like women's. I couldn't care less whether others like women's ball or not.

So you know most of the people that make that comment are those that work that level. If you have to constantly tell people that you are getting paid the same amount as those that are doing Men's or Boy's basketball without solicitation that is telling if you ask me. And in my opinion it is easier to work for a bunch of reasons which we do not need to get into. I do what I do and many do what they do because they enjoy working those levels, not what is necessarily easier.

Originally Posted by Juulie Downs

.. and you need to remind me of that... why?

Well why did you feel the need to remind us that today was not a big day for you? No one asked who agreed with the point of view that this was the day before Christmas or not; this was just a personal statement on his part and that is how most of us seemed to take it.

Originally Posted by Juulie Downs

I'm not sure that the change in teams that are in the mix is greater on the men's side or the women's, but you might be right, but so what?

and that means what exactly???

The women's game does not have the seeding upsets like on the men's side. And that alone adds to the level of interest. For one the men's game is on network TV and you can watch tournament games on your computer. I am not sure that you can do the same on the women's side.

And no matter what, I really think you need to lighten up about this topic. If you love Women's college basketball, start a thread about it and see if people respond. I am not sure why it matters that you feel so different about the product than others do.

Just a thought.

Peace

[BktBallRef]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Tomorrow morning, 8AM. It's true, it's true. I'll be on the couch with my frozen peas by the 11:10AM tipoff.

I'll admit, it was a coincidence considering I made the appointment in January.

Some doctors are even offering a free pizza. Make sure you pick the right doc!

[Rich]

Originally Posted by BktBallRef

Some doctors are even offering a free pizza. Make sure you pick the right doc!

I picked the one who caused me no pain or discomfort this morning.

I'm on the basement sofa with frozen peas, my computer, codeine/tylenol, a 65" TV, and games starting in 40 minutes.

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

I'm on the basement sofa with frozen peas, my computer, codeine/tylenol, a 65" TV, and games starting in 40 minutes.

If that doesn't describe "heaven", I don't know what does.

There were only two things that bothered me during my procedure - one was the smell of my own flesh burning, and the other was the nurse giggling while she assisted the doctor underneath my gown...

[Rich]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

If that doesn't describe "heaven", I don't know what does.

There were only two things that bothered me during my procedure - one was the smell of my own flesh burning, and the other was the nurse giggling while she assisted the doctor underneath my gown...

One moment of irony. Nurse tells me she'll step out while I put the gown on.
Professional modesty at its best. Five minutes later, she's putting betadine on "the area" with, ummm, vigor.

Oh, I also have an intercom to ask for stuff from the wife. Heaven, indeed.

[fullor30]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Interesting then that the NCAA men's championship site uses the phrase about a dozen times and the women's site uses it.....not at all.

Alright, I'm going to get crucified and will probably have to delete this:


Since they don't use March Madness how about 'It's that time of the month'

[grunewar]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Heaven, indeed.

Maybe this particular portion of your ordeal is heaven indeed, but all of it.........?

Not sure I want to go there to go to heaven......

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by RichMSN

One moment of irony. Nurse tells me she'll step out while I put the gown on.
Professional modesty at its best. Five minutes later, she's putting betadine on "the area" with, ummm, vigor.

Originally Posted by RichMSN

Oh, I also have an intercom to ask for stuff from the wife. Heaven, indeed.

You are now the official target of jealousy of many American men this weekend.

Only on this forum can "Christmas morning", "NCAA Tournament", and "vasectomies" seem so naturally linked.