That’s why they call them Monarchs

But Bucknell does hang on, and all is right with the world. Except, of course, for those participating in office pools. This upset, and when a 14 knocks off a 3 it’s definitely an upset, is what could have happened to Gonzaga .

The only result in my house is that, as my wife tells me, “We’re getting too old, Dan. Our hearts can’t take these close games.” Right, especially when justice is as hard to come by as a winning streak in a Vegas casino.

And what is up with Kansas? They lose and can’t get off the courts fast enough? Hey, Old Dominion – the best school that I ever flunked out of – lost a close one to Michigan State before losing, and the team didn’t run off.

Life sure isn’t like the movies – which may be about the most obvious statement I’ve ever made.