The Crossroads Classic is one of the greatest events to look forward to each year around Indy. And because of an unfortunate (but understandable) decision by the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Saturday will be the last that we know of the always thrilling event. Butler, Purdue, Indiana, and Notre...
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Largely indifferent but Butler and ND are decent Programs so why not? Know there's a sense that IU is doing all these other schools a favor by playing them in Indy and splitting the gate or some such, but do like IU playing in-state schools (as opposed to mighty out of state opponents like Jackson St./NIU). Since there are always going to be a few of those on the schedule, why not keep it in the larger Hoosier 'family'? Always thought an eight-Team draw that included the Crossroads Four plus IN St., Valparaiso, Ball State and Evansville would be neat.
Fire away.