2008-2009 Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball Preview:
The Alabama Crimson Tide Men’s Basketball program is one of the toughest and most exciting to watch in the competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC). While often overshadowed by the Alabama football program, the basketball team is always a conference title contender and competes yearly for a berth in the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Mark Gottfried has made the Crimson Tide basketball program a national contender and a home game at Coleman Coliseum is quite an event to experience.
ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE INFORMATION:
Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
Stadium: Coleman Coliseum
Conference: SEC Conference
Rivals: Mississippi State Bulldogs
Success for Alabama in basketball has been highlighted by the leadership of three coaches. First C.M. Newton took the reins in 1968 and led the Crimson Tide to three straight SEC titles, four NIT appearances, and 2 NCAA tournament appearances. Wimp Sanderson coached the Tide from 1981 until 1992. He would lead Alabama to 5 Sweet Sixteen appearances in the NCAA tourney. Mark Gottlieb, who took over as coach in 1999, has also led the Tide to tremendous success including 5 NCAA Tournament appearances, one of which took Alabama to the Elite Eight.
The Alabama Crimson tide plays their home games at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Coleman Coliseum has a seating capacity of more than 15,000 for basketball games and 16,000 for concerts and other events. A visit to Coleman Arena is an unforgettable experience. Visitors will be struck by the classically styled entrance, the Coleman Facility art gallery, the luxury of the club level and the rich tradition on display in the E.M. Newton Recruiting Room. Buy Alabama Crimson Tide basketball tickets today and don’t miss any of the action!
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