TO THE EDITOR:
I am writing in opposition to coach Sylvia Hatchell’s decision to turn down UNC’s WNIT bid.
As a true Tar Heel fan, yes, I am gravely disappointed that we did not receive a bid to the NCAA tournament. I witnessed how hard our Tar Heels fought as we almost came back to beat Duke at home a few weeks ago.
We should have been offered a spot in the big dance. Unfortunately, that wish was not granted. Rather than being bitter about the situation, I feel that we should have made the most of the opportunity we were given. I realize that the NCAA tournament has become expected for us, but there are countless teams across the country that would be thrilled to receive an invitation to the WNIT.
Simply having a rich tradition does not entitle us to a spot every year. The tournament is based on how teams performed for the respected season. This season, we did not play as well as we have in past years.
I will always support and love the Tar Heels, but I do not support coach Hatchell’s decision to skip postseason play out of her own bitterness toward the selection committee.
Garrett Pedersen ’15
Education
