Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Barely two days left

It's March, so there must be madness.

Of course, that means that it's time for the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. Yes, it's a long name for "the only thing that really matters until the end of the Final Four."

We've got our own office pool, and surely you do too. The various techniques of the competitors are fun to study, whether it's the mad point-counter, or the woman with two colors of highlighters — one for losers; the other for the winners.

Enter often, and pick a few upsets. At least that's the advice of Vegas Vic, who writes a sports gaming column that appears regularly in The News-Herald.

I spent about a half-hour interviewing him last week, just days before the bracket was released, and he stressed that those entering pools should play as many brackets as they can afford and be willing to take a few chances.

He gave many insights into technique and even some tips on which teams might be good picks. The video is online at www.News-Herald.com through Thursday afternoon, so if you're looking for a little professional advice, turn to Vegas Vic.

How could Vegas bring anything but good luck?

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