Yesterday Notre Dame and USC played once again, in what has for me been the most important game every year for every sport. This one tops them all. Why? I am Irish Catholic, so of course I was raised a Notre Dame fan. I remember saying that I wanted to go to ND when I was in third grade.
But a funny thing happened to me along the way to the golden dome. I ended up not going there. I did spend some time at USC as a student, and going to the games as a student really gives you passion for a team. Now when I told my folks that I was going to USC, my folks nearly disowned me, but they have gotten used to it. They had better, they have a son in law who graduated from there - twice. So needless to say, I am conflicted now like I wasn’t before my personal connection. Last night I rooted for USC, but felt bad for ND.
Now only to show that I am the most neurotic football fan - I also taught at UCLA. So I kind of feel some loyalty there too. Though they are clearly third of three.
Anyways, yesterday’s game was fabulous and I am hopeful that USC beats UCLA and plays Ohio State for the title. Of course a Big 10/Pac 10 Champion match-up for the title should be played in the Rose Bowl - but let’s leave gripes about the BCS for another day.
Tags: Football, USC, Notre Dame
