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Welcome to Manatee Appreciation Day!
Manatees are aquatic mammals known for their immense size and jowly appearance. Manatees might not make the list of cutest animals, but enough manatee enthusiasts exist for there to be a Manatee Appreciation Day.
Manatee Appreciation Day is devoted to raising awareness about these quirky creatures. Unfortunately, manatees are endangered. Although hunting manatees is usually illegal, they continue to be poached for their meat and hide. Also, manatees are often fatally injured in collisions with boats. It is important to increase manatee awareness so that these fascinating animals will continue to exist in the future.
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Rising Star: Syracuse Forward Tyler Lydon (newyork.cbslocal.com; Kahn)
The obvious choice for Syracuse Freshman Most Responsible for Elite Eight Comeback is Malachi Richardson, who scored 21 points in the second half against Virginia on Sunday. But who was knocking down big threes, blocking shots, and sealing the game
with clutch free throws? Freshman Tyler Lydon, the out-of-position sixth man who plays starters’ minutes.The key to Syracuse’s 25-4 run to beat Virginia was the Orange’s press. The Cavaliers turned it over a few times, but they also got several two-on-one opportunities in transition after escaping the pressure. Lydon was often the last line of defense, and he was very effective
. At 6’8” with a 7-foot wingspan, Lydon used his length and athleticism to deny Virginia easy baskets. He blocked five shots in the game, including four in the second half, and has 17 blocks in his last three games. His incredible swat in the closing seconds sealed the win against Gonzaga in the Sweet 16....
Where Are You Seeing Syracuse Basketball Pride? (PS; Healy)
http://www.syracuse.com/orangebaske...e_basketball_fan_photo_album_jim_boeheim.html
Whether they like it or not, everyone in Central New York is a Syracuse University fan this week. After both the women's and men's basketball teams secured spots in the Final Four, locals have been showing their orange pride with T-shirts, signs and ... mannequins?
At the Cobble Stone Ale House in Liverpool, an orange and blue statue sits on its porch. Onondaga Lake Park has "Let's Go Orange" in it's marquee's rotation. "GO CUSE" can be seen in the windows of the State Tower Building, high above the street.
Where else are you seeing cases of Final Four fever? Send us your photos of offices, businesses, buildings, neighborhood signs and more!
Here's how you can send us your photos:
1) You can post your photos right in the comments section below. Just click the photo icon in the bottom left corner of the comment box to choose your images. (Note: Photos are moderated before publication and may take a moment to show for other users.)
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SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: James Arthur Boeheim (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
» Game-by-game statistics for The Syracuse Orange
» See photos of all the Syracuse men's basketball players here
» Coverage of the 2016 Men's Final Four
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Mike Hopkins (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: The Reserves (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Chinonso Obokoh (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Tyler Lydon (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Malachi Richardson (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Tyler Roberson Obokoh (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: DuJuan Coleman (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball Fan Photo Album: Trevor Cooney (photo gallery; PS; Croyle)
SU Basketball: Final Four Predictions Part I (the juice; staff)
Syracuse plays North Carolina in the National Semifinal on Saturday evening. In preparation for the game, columnists Matt Goodman and Jim Stechschulte break down the game and give us their opinions. Tomorrow, columnists Jeff Irvine and Steve Auger will do the same.
Matt Goodman
How do you overcome a 9-point second half deficit to Gonzaga in the Sweet Sixteen one night, and then two days later battle back from a 16-point hole against No. 1 seed Virginia to earn your spot in the Final Four? Fearlessness.
This Orange team has shown the world it has absolutely no fear. Its players simply aren’t afraid to fail. How else do you explain Malachi Richardson, a freshman no less, shooting 0-for-5 in the first half, then coming out to shoot 6-for-11 and score 21 of his 23 points.
If you’ve played ball, you know how big of a role confidence and momentum play in a game. The fact that Syracuse had to go against the grain in both of it’s come-from-behind victories in the NCAA Tournament and completely flip the flow of the game, outlines just how good this team really is. What happened in both of those game just doesn’t happen. Especially in the Virginia game. Having nothing to lose AND knowing you are never out of it, makes you dangerous.
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Final Four Inspires Another Syracuse Orange Song 'Cuttin' Down the Nets' (PS; Tulloch)
Inspired by Syracuse's run to the Final Four, blues guitarist Duke Tumatoe penned a groovy tune "Cuttin' Down the Nets" for the Bob & Tom Show, a syndicated radio program based in Indianapolis.
Dave Frisina of 105.9 The Rebel has been playing the song on the radio since Monday. Some listeners have asked for copies of the song.
Best lines:
Coach Boeheim on the bench, a great play by Gbinije;
We're gonna be the champs of the NCAA.
There's no doubt about it, it's party time for sure;
Syracuse has made to the Final Four.
Tumatoe, an American singer and songwriter, was an original member of REO Speedwagon. He isn't the only fan inspired to produce an Orange anthem.
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