UNC Basketball Game
by Kerrie on Dec.04, 2006, under Jake, Kerrie
“Overrated,” was chanted loud and clear by Tar Heel fans, including Jake, at the beginning and end of the UNC (#5) vs. Ohio State (#1) basketball game last Wednesday. And it was true–the Buckeyes came out defeated. It was a phenomenal game that Jake claims was one of the top 5 best athletic events he has ever been too.
Jake really wanted to write about the UNC vs. Ohio State basketball game but he has been so busy with finals coming up that I decided to do it for him. He took his buddy Derrald to the game. I would have loved to have gone but you have to be a student to get in free or else pay $40–not worth it to me. Anyway, because of the amazing tickets Jake had (he was fourth row under the ‘Heels hoop) he had to wait in line standing up for 3 hours before the game started or he would lose his seating. Actually, I shouldn’t say seating, because there are NO seats in the “risers” of the student section, just steps. So he stood the entire game too, except for half time when he was able to sit on the ground. The game was exciting (even for me watching it home alone on TV) and I doubt he would have sat even if he did have a chair. Ohio State played well in the first half and we weren’t sure if UNC would pull it off. UNC stepped it up in the second half and dominated. Carolina won, 98-89. Jake came home with a hoarse voice and excitement in his eyes. The game ended at 11:20PM and he didn’t fall asleep until 2AM because of all the adrenalin. I wish I could give details of the game but I’m not too savvy when it comes to basketball commentating. So if you’re interested, read up on the game online or give Jake a buzz to get the details. We are quickly becoming big Tar Heel fans, but don’t worry, we’ll always be Cougar fans at heart.
Jake also went to the UNC-Kentucky game on Saturday, which boasted the two winningest programs in college basketball history. UNC won again, but Jake said that, after the Ohio State upset, it wasn’t that entertaining. As a side note, the UNC Women’s Soccer team won its 18th National Championship (out of only 25 years of existence) on Sunday. It is so nice to be at a school with such a winning tradition in sports. Go Tar Heels!!
December 4th, 2006 on 7:29 pm
How did you drop to 5th and they moved to first? Also, do they not sell Pepsi where you are at? You are looking slim my friend.
December 4th, 2006 on 9:24 pm
To answer your question Scott: UNC lost to Gonzaga 2 weeks ago. That loss caused them to drop from 2nd to 5th. This week they’ve bumped up to 3rd place in the coaches poll as a result of the wins over Ohio State and Kentucky. And it’s official, I’ve made the switch from Pepsi to Diet, but don’t tell anyone.
December 5th, 2006 on 10:44 am
That sounds like so much fun! Jake, you look great in blue so that’s nice that that is their colors ;0). Hope you all do well during the craziness of finals!
December 5th, 2006 on 11:25 pm
Way to go Tarheels! Sounds like you had a fantastic time. Good luck in your finals. Then your off for a few weeks. Yippee. Momma D
December 8th, 2006 on 12:32 pm
I love good games like that! Excuse my ignorance, but what is a Tar Heel? (I’m thinking my feet may resemble a tar heel, I guess that could be a pretty scary mascot). By the way- I was wondering the same thing about Pepsi as Scott- you look good!