Did you know the term “March Madness” was first coined by an Illinois high school basketball coach, Henry V. Porter, in 1939? He used it to describe the wild, unpredictable energy of the Illinois state tournament. The phrase didn’t catch on immediately, but over time it became synonymous with the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament!
By 1982, Brent Musburger helped cement the name during a national broadcast, and it’s been legendary ever since. March Madness is now a time for upsets, buzzer-beaters, and Cinderella stories as fans everywhere fill out their brackets and enjoy the chaos! 
Fun Fact: March Madness isn’t just for basketball fans anymore! It’s become a pop culture phenomenon, with countless references in TV shows, movies, and social media. The excitement of the tournament has made March one of the most anticipated months in sports! 
