With speculation that we may be in store for another round of conference realignments, amid the media reports that Oklahoma and Texas are interested in joining the SEC, we felt it was a relevant time to put forth the most amazing super conference for Syracuse basketball.
First of all, you’re welcome. Second of all, if you have feedback, good or bad, please let us know. Thirdly, if you have your own ideas, definitely share them with us!
In drafting this perfect 16-squad super league for the Orange, and it is perfect, we have taken into account a variety of factors, including any previous history with the ‘Cuse, geographic proximity, fun mascot names and a whole host of other ridiculous criteria. Let’s have at it.
Introducing the Syracuse basketball, new and improved, other-worldly conference.
Colgate
This Patriot League member has proven terrific on several occasions in recent years, and we could all dress up as toothbrushes and/or toothpaste bottles during games. Hey, dental hygiene is important.
Vermont
I feel like this America East Conference team had some sort of upset over Syracuse basketball in the Big Dance a few years back. Not sure, though.
St. Bonaventure
The Bonnies are a really good Atlantic 10 Conference group. Plus, I just like the name Bonnies.
Boston College
We have to include at least one Atlantic Coast Conference team. The Eagles will provide the Orange with one to two victories every season, right?
West Virginia
A throwback to the old Big East Conference. My second-favorite head coach, behind Jim Boeheim, is Bob Huggins. Huggy Bear!
St. John’s
I simply want to play at Madison Square Garden every year.
Iona
Rick Pitino is the head coach of this squad. That is all.
Buffalo
Coach Boeheim doesn’t like Buffalo. Naturally, I want them in this league.
Bryant
The Bulldogs, out of the Northeast Conference, nearly knocked off the ‘Cuse a season ago. Solid group.
Oregon
The Ducks seem to pluck away Syracuse basketball players all too frequently.
Rutgers
The Scarlet Knights are trending in a positive direction. Another former Big East foe.
Vanderbilt
My son lives in Nashville, Tenn., so selfishly, I want Vandy in the mix.
Richmond
Let’s avenge that awful 1991 NCAA Tournament loss.
Butler
Let’s avenge that painful 2010 Sweet 16 setback.
South Dakota State
The nickname of this team is the Jackrabbits. Enough said.