The Madness of March

Every year people begin to watch college basketball in the month of March.  The faithful few have watched games all season, but most only watch it in March.  The reason?  The tournament has drama that even Hollywood can’t even make up.  Looking back at the 2016 National Championship game, the team that won had 2 seconds left to win the game or go into overtime.  With a quick pass and a quick shot, they won the game. 

People enjoy watching the joy on the faces of the unknown teams that upset the big named teams.  People get emotional to see the young men cry when they lose a close game.  So, why endure all this madness?  It’s simple, because we all want to believe that we all can go to the dance and get the slipper.  We all desire to have our one shining moment in life.  We all want to win when all the stakes are on the line.   Whether it is in business, education, relationships, or just in life in general, we have all desired to be the hero. 

There are lessons to be learned from these young men in March.  First, take chances.  Don’t hold back because of fear.  Second, rely on the team of people who support you. (Some of you may need to build a team of supporters.)  Third, trust your coach.  Fourth, believe that no matter what the odds are, you can succeed.  Finally, live in the moment and look to the future and leave the past behind. 

No matter what you did all season, all bets are off when it comes to this tournament.  It’s complete madness.  Expect Cinderella to arrive.  She will dance as she upsets the “Big Dog” team.  Expect close games and last second shots.  More importantly, begin living in the moment and leaving your past behind.  You can’t change the past, but you can make the most of every moment to make sure it shines.  

So, enjoy this madness.  Cheer.  Cry.  Live.  In the end, you can sing, “One Shining Moment.” 

#GoUCLA

#Go DUKE