Factoid for the day

Dragon Mood? -- proud to call myself a Spartan

While Michigan State's loss to North Carolina last night stings a bit, it was the tournament journey that aroused and propelled people all over the state to forget their troubles and unite in rooting for the Spartans.

Here's a fact I hadn't realized and one that speaks to how well Tom Izzo has coached the men's basketball team:

Michigan State had one national title and four Final Fours the last 10 years entering the 2009 tournament while North Carolina had one national title and three Final Fours. They have been the two most consistent, most successful programs through the last 10 NCAA tournaments.

My hat's off to you, Coach Izzo, and the entire Spartan team. Thanks for a GREAT March Madness!