Despite a better second half, a tough night for the Knights brings Bellarmine’s fourth Elite Eight appearance in seven years to a close.
Thanks to all the fans who made the trip to Sioux Falls, and for everyone who packed viewing parties on campus and in bars back in Louisville.
Join us in thanking the team for an outstanding, exciting season. #ThankYouBUKnights
After 20 minutes, the Knights trail on the scoreboard, and in every significant stat. Let’s hope for a really big second half. The Knights have no three pointers, and have conceded eight of them.
That Knights Nation turnout, tho…
Matt Real’s first experience at a (non-exhibition) Bellarmine basketball game will be a significant one.
Matt Real
Real, Bellarmine’s associate director of Career Development, volunteered to be a chaperone on the student bus that left campus last night after the Knights’ quarterfinal win. They left campus at 9 p.m. and arrived this morning.
“The bus ride was great,” he said. “Students were excited. The initial excitement wore off after about two hours, and then people slept. They slept on the floor, across the seats, everywhere. They’re talking about what it could mean if they win tonight and go to the next game, and what their plans will be for the rest of the weekend.”
He’s impressed with the team, and plans to make it to games in Knights Hall next season.
“I like the school spirit, and traditions are important,” he said. “When the basketball team has success, it has meaning for your college experience.”
Bellarmine Knights: 2017 Elite Eight 