It truly is amazing how fast four years flies by.
Comcast Center is packed at 7:30 p.m., and everyone in attendance is on their feet, honoring the senior class in a much-deserved ceremony on the court. They’re paying respect to the players and staff members who will move on to the next stages of their lives in a few short months.
I remember vividly when a young James Gist was first emerging as a Terp. He’s exceeded every expectation and, as one student’s sign says, “We’ll miss you Gist.”
The whole experience certainly brings back memories.
Remember the days when rioters nearly flipped shuttle buses on Route 1 after momentous wins? How about John Gilchrist’s shenanigans before his early departure? Mike Jones (who?)? DJ Strawberry’s devastating knee injury? Defeating No. 5 Boston College as a sophomore? Beating Duke TWICE last season? “Rock and Roll Part 2?”
There’s a lot that’s happened in my four glorious years following Terps basketball—lots of ups, lots of downs, and almost everything imaginable in between.
If you’re on your way out, as I am, best of luck. If you’ve got more time to enjoy in College Park, cherish it.
It’s almost time to go, but there’s still some business to take care of.
Time for Clemson.
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