Behind Enemy Lines: Florida State
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The Canes travel toTallahassee for their final regular season match-up against rival FloridaState. Miami won the first meeting in decisive fashion and this week’s Cane”Behind Enemy Lines” hopes to witness a similar outcome…
Joseph Salzverg
Universityof Miami – class of 2010
LawStudent, Florida State University
Tallahassee,Fla.
Howdid you become a Hurricanes fan?
“I am a five-time legacy. My mom, dad,uncle, and brother all graduated from UM before I did. I grew up and still am arabid UM fan. It’s the only college I applied to.”
Do you find it difficult supporting Miamiwhile living in Tallahassee?
“Not at all. My car, my wardrobe, andmy tailgate parties are always decked out in UM colors and items. It may angersome people, but doesn’t affect me in the least. I still show my colorsproudly, although I don’t wear UM gear when getting a haircut.”
Is there a place you visit to watchHurricanes games in the city?
“In football season, I would hosttailgates and watch parties at my home with other UM alums and South Floridapeople. We always got together to support the Canes.”
Have you found any otherHurricanes fans in Tallahassee?
“There is only one other UM alum in lawschool with me, but there are a good amount of Canes fans here overall. Forexample, my neighbor and even several FSU students are UM fans, too.”
How do you support the Hurricanes – Anyapartment decorations? Do you have a favorite piece of Canes gear? Travel forgames?
“My car’s license plate is a Canesplate. My apartment is decked out in UM gear as well. I have tons of Canes gearand wear it proudly.”
Any favorite memories or stories fromyour time as a Hurricanes basketball fan?
“I willnever forget going to the opening game at the BUC the day after we ‘lost’ theFiesta Bowl in 2003. They addressed the blown call and spoke about the footballteam before the game started. It helped the healing process. Also, when I was afreshman or sophomore, we shocked the world and beat at top five-ranked WakeForest team and I stormed the court with all of my friends. It was incredible.”
