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January 28, 2025
Southeastern United States – After failing to secure a football national championship—or even a national championship appearance, save for the officiating crew—for the second consecutive season, the Southeastern Conference and its fans are grappling with a new world order of collegiate sports wherein the Big Ten Conference owns football and the SEC dominates in basketball. Many fans are struggling to adapt to the new reality. CFB News Now had a chance to catch up with several of them during some college town visits this week.
“I really like basketball,” said Auburn fan John during an in-person interview on Monday. “The way the ball bounces, and stuff, it’s really…it’s really neat. And who wants another football national championship, anyway? That 2010 season with Cam was so special…” John said, his voice and gaze trailing off into distant recollection. “We’ll probably beat Bama in basketball, too, so…so, that’s good,” John said before trailing off again.
“One thing I love about basketball is that the games are all played indoors, so that’s something to get excited about,” said Jenny, a junior at Tennessee.
“Well, the media time outs aren’t as long…which is nice,” said Ole Miss Rebel and Oxford, Mississippi resident Mason, tearing up slightly.
“The games don’t last as long and the tickets are cheaper. But the tailgating sucks, I can tell you that much,” said new Mississippi State basketball fan Adrian.
