TOOR-na-ment vs. TUR-nuh-mint. It’s a pronunciation argument that my buddy Josh and I have had for a long time. Really just the first syllable is disputed. I’m in the latter camp, he’s in the former.
Merriam-Webster says we’re both right and introduces a third option, TOR-na-ment. I think we can both agree that guy is just plain wrong.
On to my picks. Check out the thumbnail bracket below or click on it for the full version.
As a matter of fact, you’re going to have to click on it unless you want to strain your eyes to the point of blindness.
Bonus Tourney Link: Who’s Who in Your NCAA Office Pool
Showing great foresight, the NCAA came up with the catchy “March Madness” slogan, which I find most people can agree upon for pronunciation purposes.
Next week, a discussion as to the title of the popular Thanksgiving side item (stuffing vs. dressing).
By the way, UConn, Texas, Villanova, and UCLA in the final 4 with UConn beating Texas to win it all.
Yeah I almost had Texas and Villanova in there. I just think BC and Kansas are going to have great tourneys.
Nah, you’re both wrong… Duke, Gonzaga, UConn and Villanova for the Final 4 with ‘Zaga beating UConn
I’ll be surprised if Gonzage makes the Sweet 16, let alone the Elite 8, Final Four or makes/wins the championship.
A few years back they had that Cinderella quality and we’re balanced teams. This year it’s the Adam Morrison show. Stop him (admittedly difficult) and they lose.
Well, I’m still undecided, I must have changed my brackets on a near hourly basis… I’d like Zaga to go final 4, Memphis arent the best #1 seed out there. The one that might kill me is Michigan State, either they die a sorry death against UNC in the second round, or they’ll bust me wide open