March Madness

My breath shortens and my heart beat quickens everytime I imagine the dozens of games characterized by extreme emotion and raw talent. It is the epitome of some of the most talented athletes' entire year, and is a moment of unity not only for the players, but also for their representative schools and communities. The term madness is truly an appropriate adjective for this tournament, as it displays highs and low as well as levels of crowd and fan involvement that the NBA lacks. Right now I am busily filling out my brackets, constantly yearning for the moment that the true sporting highlight of the year will begin. I often amaze people, for my passion for athletics is a drive few females possess. I find it extremely ignorant when people demean sports and label them as activities requiring little to no intelligence. Athletics require mental discipline and a level of self control void in any other form of study. In other words,sporting simply demonstrates a different type of intelligence, arguably just as important as the ability to memorize formulas and information. In essence, March Madness is a soul soothing demonstration of human strength and will at its highest degree of talent. Something no one in their right mind would consciously choose to miss or ignore.