Despite loss, Saint Peter's University supporters revel in Peacocks' magical run to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament. OlivingstonTV OvermyerTV and KevRincon have the story from Philadelphia and Jersey City. MarchMadness
. The Peacocks, the 15 seed in the East Region, fell to the No. 8 North Carolina and many people will say their luck ran out, but in actuality they ran into a better team for the first time this tournament.
The Peacocks gave it the old college try, but it wasn't enough. Their road to the Final Four stalled out but not before they captured the hearts and the imagination of the entire nation. Now, this small school from Jersey City did the entire Tri-State Area proud. The Peacocks knocked off two championship contenders and lasted longer in the tournament than three top seeds It may hurt right now, but the fans expressed pure gratitude for being able to enjoy their shining moment.
"So many people came out to support and it was so fun to see how happy everyone was and how far we made it," another said.
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