Thursday, March 24, 2011

Duke has a Better Fanbase Than Kentucky?


Bleacher Report ranked the fanbases of each of the remaining 16 teams in the NCAA Tournament and concluded that Kentucky has the 2nd best fanbase.  Number 1 is Duke!!???!?  I can understand that Cameron Indoor is a daunting place to play but there are no fans crazier than Kentucky fans.  Let's see who has more fans at their games this weekend.   


No. 2: Kentucky

Home Arena: Rupp Arena
Capacity: 23,500
The largest arena ever built for basketball in the United States, Rupp Arena is home to one of college basketball's most elite programs. The Kentucky Wildcats have been perennial national title contenders year in and year out, and the student section, known as the "eRUPPtion Zone," is home to some of the most rambunctious fans in the sport.

No. 1: Duke

Home Arena: Cameron Indoor Stadium
Capacity: 9,314
The ideal setting for a college basketball game, Cameron Indoor Stadium has seen the Blue Devils dominate on their home floor for nearly the past three decades. In fact, from February 2, 1983 through December 2, 1995, the Blue Devils won 95 consecutive non-conference games at home.
The Blue Devils are currently in the midst of another winning streak, having won 86 consecutive non-conference games at home. It is currently the longest non-conference home winning streak in college basketball.
Sports Illustrated ranked Cameron No. 4 on its list of the top 20 sporting venues of the 20th century.

 

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