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Duke Basketball Freshman Has Countdown Message for Fans

Sean Stewart and his Duke basketball teammates are gearing up for their formal intro to the fanbase.

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Power forward Sean Stewart, who grew up in Florida as a neighbor to Blue Devil legend Grant Hill and is one of four five-star newcomers on the 2023-24 Duke basketball roster, sounds and looks ready for the program's Countdown to Craziness festivities on Friday.

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The event, highlighted by the players' "dance" introductions and the Blue-White intrasquad game, will undoubtedly draw loads of fans for the second campaign under Jon Scheyer's command. No issue there.

Nevertheless, while walking to breakfast on Thursday, Stewart checked in for a video on the program's social media with a message to all of his fellow longtime Duke basketball fans (he told Blue Devil Country on SI.com that he credits Grant Hill for his fandom as a kid):

"Countdown, T-minus one, we ready," Stewart says in the video. "Be there or be square. OK? Do not miss it. If you miss Countdown to Craziness, what are you doing?"

This year, the Fan Fest (leading up to the official Countdown to Craziness in Cameron Indoor Stadium) will be free and open to the public for the first time.

Here's a post from Duke Athletics with all the details on Fan Fest:

Then, here's the complete schedule for Friday evening:

  • 4-6:30 p.m. ET – Fan Fest in Krzyzewskiville
  • 5:15 p.m. – Women's team appearance at Fan Fest
  • 5:30 p.m. – Duke student group performances at Fan Fest
  • 6:15 p.m. – Men's team appearance at Fan Fest
  • 6:30 p.m. – Doors open in Cameron Indoor Stadium
  • 7 p.m. – Countdown to Craziness begins
  • 7:15 p.m. – Women's player intros
  • 8 p.m. – Men's player intros
  • 8:30 p.m. – Men's Blue-White game

Countdown to Craziness is broadcast live on ACCNX.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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