Because of our relationship with CBS Sports, no Internet publishing company is better positioned to bring fans the most current information throughout the tournament. Fans have already visited our site in record numbers during the tournament to update their brackets, to read our game previews and in-depth features. Tournament LIVE , CBS SportsLine's unique multimedia application allows fans to feel like they're watching the game, even when they can't be watching the game on CBS Television. This feature simulates a game statistics sheet with shots, free throws, fouls and complete game statistics, and simulated fan sounds from the game. The brackets also feature links to game summaries and team pages.
Fans can get caps, flags, beanie mascots and other merchandise featuring their favorite team's logo.
In addition, a complete line of championship merchandise, including Official Locker Room Caps and T-shirts, will be available as soon as the championship game ends on March 29. Matchup Breakdown - Statistics of any two teams or any two players can be compared graphically through this feature, helping fans to analyze contests and look towards future potential matchups. Team Pages - CBS SportsLine continues its extensive team coverage with breakdowns of each of the Final Four teams, including rosters, results, starting lineups, statistics, current scores and analysis by writers who have covered the teams all year. Coaches, players and officials will be on hand to provide inside information, and CBS Analyst Clark Kellogg will offer insight on the big weekend and the final game. SportsLine USA was founded in 1994, and its flagship Internet sports service was renamed CBS SportsLine in March of 1997 as part of an exclusive five-year promotional and content agreement with CBS Sports which has been extended through 2006.