In a way, Cinderella also owns this time of year. A Disney Princess for the majority of the year, she takes on a new identity in March – a chameleon. She wears a new jersey every year, sporting the colors of a team that continues in the tournament while defying all logic.

BOTTOM LINE: Alabama State takes on Saint Francis (PA) in the First Four round of the NCAA Tournament. The Hornets are 15-6 against SWAC opponents and 4-9 in non-conference play. Alabama State ranks sixth in the SWAC with 22.7 defensive rebounds per game led by Antonio Madlock averaging 5.9.