Normally I use this week to blog about all types of things – both college basketball and non-basketball related. This can be a tough week for those of us who are completely crazy for the madness of March.

After non-stop basketball for most of the month, it can be a tough 5 days to wait for the weekend’s Final 4 games.

I have wanted to write something about how the Selection Committee did (pretty well). I have wanted to talk about how my bad bracketology had an interesting result. I have wanted to talk about how the game is too physical.

But I am apparently getting old. My ability to deal with sleep deprivation appears to get worse each year. I told myself I would blog Thursday night, noticed the NIT championship was close and started watching the game (which if you didn’t see the last post, the game was really fantastic), and then it was 9:30 pm and I was such a mess that I couldn’t type a coherent thought.

I will do my best to catch up. At a minimum, it should be a fantastic weekend. Obviously, we are all excited about an incredible Final 4 that comprises 4 of the most successful programs in history. Kansas vs Villanova would normally be considered a showcase game in any Final 4, and this year, we all know the buzz is about Duke and North Carolina in the other semi-final.

But I also need to mention, if you simply love basketball, don’t forget to tune into ESPN tonight. The women’s Final 4 is tonight – and based on the final AP rankings, they have 4 of the 5 top ranked teams battling it out (NC State was ranked 3rd but lost in the regional final in a thrilling double overtime game to UConn). At 7 pm, AP #1 South Carolina plays #4 Louisville. And at 9:30 pm, #2 Stanford plays #5 Connecticut.

The best women and men in college basketball will be showcasing their amazing talent in what should be an amazing Final 4!!!! Can’t wait for the games to start!