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Most people who don't follow NCAA March Madness have no idea who the San Diego State Aztecs are when it comes to Men's Basketball. But at the moment, it's hard not to notice them - especially to those who call San Diego home. Now in his 12th season with the Aztecs, this team is led by Coach Steve Fisher who is famously known for his legendary 1991 recruiting class - the "Fab Five". Even with this noteworthy notch on Coach Fisher's belt, no one could have imagined where he'd take SDSU. The Aztecs have reached the national spotlight this year with an unbelievable record. Never before in the history of this program has the team ever been ranked in any of the two major polls (AP & Coaches).

This year that finally changed.

Losing only twice this season to BYU, the Aztecs have forced the national sports media world to not only notice, but to talk about their almost perfect record. Ranking as high as #4 in the nation, many people have been surprised by the Aztecs and wonder how far this team can go in the NCAA Tournament. Dubbed as the "hottest ticket in town," the Aztecs sold-out 13 home games this season. Students were in line and camped for days outside of Viejas Arena to get their hands on a pair. This was unprecedented.

Congrats to the SDSU Men's Basketball 2010-11 Roster:

• Brian Carlwell, #5 - Senior (Center)
• D.J. Gay, #23 - Senior (Guard)
• Kawhi Leonard, #15 - Sophomore (Forward)
• Malcolm Thomas, #4 - Senior (Forward)
• Billy White, #32 - Senior (Forward)
• Chase Tapley, #22 - Sophomore (Guard)
• James Rahon, #11 - Sophomore (Guard)
• Mehdi Cheriet, #42 - Senior (Forward)
• Tim Shelton, #10 - Junior (Forward)
• Xavier Thames, #2 - Sophomore (Guard)
• Alec Williams, #0 - Sophomore (Forward)
• Jamaal Franklin, #21 - Freshman (Guard)
• LaBradford Frankin, #3 - Freshman (Guard)

A very important element of the SDSU Men's Basketball team is Sophomore, Kawhi Leonard from Riverside, California. This 19-year old Small Forward stands at 6' 7" and weighs in at 225. His athletic skills and high energy rhythm has caught the eye of pro scouts across the nation. Although he is already considered an NBA prospect, SDSU fans are hoping he stays one more year.

Love,

Hoops,

& Aztecs Basketball,

-C

P.S. As of today, the SDSU Men's Basketball team is ranked #6 in the USA TODAY/ESPN Top 25 men's basketball coaches poll and #7 on the AP Top 25 Poll. They are set to play in the Mountain West Conference on March 10, 2011.