Div III Men’s Basketball Final Four

We went up to Salem, Virginia for the Div III Final Four since Williams College was once again involved.

Salem Civic Center
Salem Civic Center

Williams won their Friday semifinal against Guilford College in a relatively tense affair, but at least that meant Friday night was more festive.

Williams vs Wisconsin Stevens Point
Williams vs Wisconsin Stevens Point

Unfortunately, Wisconsin Stevens Point was victorious in the final on Saturday in another exciting back and forth game. The Div III Final Four is pretty low-key. It’s nothing like a sell out (at least not this year) and there isn’t a whole lot of pomp and circumstance surrounding it.

We also made a side trip to nearby Blue Collar Joe’s Donuts which is just north of Roanoke.

Blue Collar Joe's Donuts
Blue Collar Joe's Donuts

This is definately a worthwhile detour if you’re passing by on I-81 (which we do a couple times a year).   They have some very creative concoctions including:  Blueberry pancake with maple and bacon, PB&J, Turtle, Blueberry Cheesecake, Coconut Creme Pie and Lemon Drop.