Oats' Gesture: Alabama Coach Visits Yale Locker Room After Upset
In a display of sportsmanship and camaraderie, Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats took a moment to visit the Yale locker room and congratulate coach James Jones after the Bulldogs’ stunning upset over Auburn in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
The gesture, which occurred shortly before Alabama’s own game against Charleston, exemplified the respect and admiration that exists among coaches, even in the heat of March Madness.
As Oats’ Crimson Tide squad prepared for their warmup routine, the Alabama coach made a quick detour to the Yale locker room, located just down the hallway.