![]() You all have become the hardest place to play in the Big South Conference…this is your championship as well." One of the other exciting things for us this year that no doubt has had a major impact on this team and the program has been to watch the students and community and alumni support both the men's and women's team throughout the season. "These guys throughout the season have committed themselves to one another and to the team and that has led to success, not only for the team but for Longwood and Farmville in general. "This has been a really special year," said Head Coach Griff Aldrich, after the selection was made. The Lancers, who dominated the Big South conference this year, will tip off their first-round game on Thursday, March 17. Players snapped selfies as the crowd jumped out of their seats and rattled the rafters. ![]() The packed Willett Hall exploded as CBS broadcasters announced the selection, Longwood's first at the Division I level. A national audience looked on as the crowd exploded as Longwood's name was called, the way they have for an Isaiah Wilkins clutch three-pointer or a Justin Hill drive to the hoop all season. ![]() In a season of firsts, the Longwood Lancers men's basketball team now knows another: their first-ever NCAA Tournament matchup against the University of Tennessee.Īs they have done all year, Lancer Nation responded to a call to "Pack The Hall" one more time this season for the live Selection Sunday show today. ![]()
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