He's a stud. He takes great pride in all things involved with the tournament. He cares about making it right.

The layout of the building, especially for its age, is great. And the pride they show in hosting an event sets them apart.

The human element allows for the right kind of discussion to get a true consensus. It's powerful, it's poignant and it's human, and for us it works.

The NCAA tournament is the ultimate prize, and that's the way we want it. But there is an unquenchable thirst out there for college basketball -- and hey, there is always somebody out there willing to marry the ugly stepsister.

The objective of the NIT is to restore its heritage as a meaningful postseason tournament.

Dave has been like a kid in a candy store for the last few months. He's loving every minute of putting the tournament together, and he's doing a great job.