Is this the first back to back Elite 8 ever?

[Shermthegeneral]

I can't remember SU ever doing it.

 

[HakAttack]

It sure is. They mentioned that during the game.

 

[dasher]

yes

 

[senorpalmer]

Definitely in the 64 team era.

 

[kirbivore]

Yes. In the four Elite 8 appearances prior to 2012 this is how they did the following year

1988 second round
1990 sweet 16
1997 NIT
2004 sweet 16