The Setonian · Mar 14, 2017
Seton Hall mentally preparing for NCAA Tourney after last year’s early exit
An exit from the 2017 Big East Tournament may turn out to be a blessing in disguise for Seton Hall.
Last year, after the Pirates won the Big East Championship, March officially became madness. The team went from holding up the Big East trophy to hosting a Selection Sunday party to being on a plane to Denver, Co. in roughly 48 hours.
It was a thrill, but not one that benefited Seton Hall once it was time to dance. In addition to a difficult draw against Gonzaga and the Rocky Mountain altitude, the Pirates were not completely focused. The Bulldogs proceeded to knock SHU out in the opening round.