Greetings from Bridgestone Arena, where the first game of the SEC Tournament is about to tip and everyone is freaking out over the NCAA’s decision not to allow fans at March Madness this year due to the coronavirus outbreak. Tonight’s games will go on as scheduled; however, whether or not fans will be allowed in the stands for the remaining sessions remains to be seen.
So, that’s fun. While we wait to hear what happens, here are some pictures from behind the scenes…
The press conference podium:
Media can’t go into locker rooms, so reporters can also speak to players and coaches in this auxiliary setting, which is nice, but off to an awkward start since no one announces they’re coming:
Ashton Hagans and Nick Richards are on the wall.