WICHITA, Kan. -- If there was any doubt about the dedication and passion of Kansas Jayhawks basketball fans, consider this: They filled an arena to watch their team jog through glorified layup lines.
The Jayhawks' presence in Wichita this week ensures Intrust Bank Arena will be packed and loud. But Wichita is a proud basketball city hosting its first NCAA Tournament action in 24 years. The locals are excited to have the event in their backyard, providing a charm to March Madness that might not be found in some of the other host cities.
Michigan is part of the Wichita pod that also includes Montana, San Diego State, Houston, Seton Hall, North Carolina State, and Penn.