And when our guys began to express an increasingly unsportsmanlike glee about their impending victory, we Americans began cheering for the underdogs. I think they even applauded the air balls, which were nearly as numerous as the crowd-pleasing dunks. In Atlanta, the MSA tournament players do not enjoy the same level of unconditional support. They actually have to get the ball in the basket. Junior varsity boys sit in groups and analyze each play.
Relatives coach from the stands.
Little ones in kufis bounce basketballs on the steps of the stands. Pre-teens walk then race back and forth to the concession stand. I realize why when I go for a drink. The two students manning the concessions are handing the kids candy with their purchases. In a year or two, they'll be in college.