2025 March Mania Winners!

Congrats to Jeff, Chris, and Lisa for their top 3 win in the March Mania for MDFF basketball bracket challenge!

JEFF – 1st Place

What made you choose the winning team, or what’s your overall strategy? 
Be lucky!

Who is your favorite player, if you have one?
The trio at Purdue of Trey Kaufman-Renn, Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith

What are some winning tips you have for others?
Have lots of luck!

Do you have any favorite hobbies?
17 of them, grandkids and anything on or near the water

 

CHRIS – 2nd Place

What made you choose the winning team, or what’s your overall strategy? 
I am a graduate of and a fan of Purdue. Not picking the Boilers to finish on top was difficult but I felt like they needed a little more height and speed this year. I am very confident they will be contenders again next year.

Who is your favorite player, if you have one?
Braden Smith. His never give up attitude and dedication to growth and success has allowed him to overachieve expectations. He is an inspiration.

What are some winning tips you have for others?
I tend to lean towards programs that have a strong history of winning, teams that have positive energy and play like a team. I also like the big ten :).

Do you have any favorite hobbies?
In my spare time I like to spend time with my wife, children, grandchildren, parents and friends often outdoors – hunting, fishing, hiking, golfing etc. I am a big believer in the benefits of fresh air, exercise and time to think.

 

LISA – 3rd Place

What made you choose the winning team, or what’s your overall strategy?
#1 team in ranking is who I felt had the best chance to win.

Who is your favorite player, if you have one?
I don’t have one but like hearing all the stories about the kids.

What are some winning tips you have for others?
Watch espn and listen to reviews prior to games starting.

Do you have any favorite hobbies?
Playing euchre, watching Nascar and spending time with my granddaughter.