We just witnessed one the most exhilarating and unpredictable NCAA tournaments in a very long time. But what is it about the tourney that makes people crazy? School pride, right? For a small few, but it’s really all about the brackets! In February, I wrote a post for Valentine’s Day about the greatest video game couples. During that entire process I kept going back to and thinking about the best couples of all time. But video games don’t necessarily have that many couples to merit a bracket tourney. Well with the evolution of Apollo’s Gamedom on the horizon, I’m going to give you a sneak peak at what’s to come…here’s the Tournament of the Couples TV/Movie/Video game bracket tournament.
We’re going with a 64 couple single elimination tournament that YOU will be voting on each week starting today. After each week, I will update the bracket accordingly and the voting will begin again and so on and so forth.
The couples were selected by my team of avid gamers and film/TV watchers; however the seedings were selected by me after arduous research and viewings. In reality, I just picked the most popular and went from there, but it’s my tourney and I do as I please. Even though many shows will live on forever through syndication, I’m only including couples from my generation as well.
SPOILERS to follow!
§ Cliff and Claire Huxtable were played by Bill Cosby and Phylicia Rashad and many would consider them to be the prototypical couple. Both successful in their own rights, but also successful parents of five. During the 80’s and early 90’s, seeing Cliff and Claire was like watching a recurring dream, hoping that your life would eventually mirror theirs. Growing up I was always told we were the “Cosby’s” and for a kid growing up no better compliment could be given.
§ What guy hasn’t pretended to be something they’re not, just to get in good with a girl? I’ve been with my wife almost 10 years and I’m still pretending like I’m cool! Sure Cloud was pretending to be Zach, but that was because of memory problems. Nevertheless, Tifa stood by him and helped him regain his memory and helped him save the world! Now that is a “Round the way” girl.
§ Square has a knack for heartwarming and tragic relationships and Tidas and Yuna are definitely representing the latter. Tidas was able to traverse time and space a la John Carter to find his true love. Now unfortunately he was destined to become that world's next villain; however Yuna's love was able to keep Tidas from becoming Sin. It didn't stop him from disappearing but hey at least he wasn't Sin incarnate. And Yuna isn’t just some damsel either after Tidas disappeared into wherever land, she searched high and low and finally found him waiting for her.
§ Kevin Arnold and Winnie Cooper were played by Fred Savage and Danica McKellar. Who doesn’t remember their first love? That symbol of first love is what made Kevin and Winnie so endearing. Did they marry, no? But through and through they stuck
§ The Joker and Harley Quinn have a convoluted relationship. In reality, The Joker is Harley’s boss, but she is hopelessly devoted to him. This dynamic is used to both of their advantages at times, but no matter the trouble they find themselves in…it’s always done together.
§ Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are not only married in the WWE universe, but they are a real life couple! Not bad for a former Degenerate to marry the boss’ daughter! Although not generally seen together on screen as often, these two are still a feared two-some in the “wrasslin’” business.
§ Carrie Bradshaw and Mr. Big were played by Sarah Jessica Parker and Chris Noth. Some may say that these two are the most realistic and adult relationship in the field. Others may argue that it was the most dysfunctional. From on again-off again to being stood up at the altar to finally married; these two have run the gamut of every emotion possible.
§ Edge and Lita were both considered bad guys in the WWE, but as a unit you just loved to hate them. I don’t know if it was their chemistry together or their passion that made them seem as one, but whatever it was it seemed like magic.
§ Simba and Nala were betrothed almost right out of the womb and unlike many arranged marriages these two survived. These two have triumphed many adversities together because facing problems as a unit is usually a safe bet. Yeah, Simba ran away, but Nala found him and brought him back to rule his kingdom like he should.
§ Dewey Riley and Gale Weathers-Riley were played by Courtney Cox and David Arquette. [Courtney Cox also appears later in this bracket] After surviving like six different psycho killers, these two can only go up or die at this point. Unlike many couples in the world, til death actually means something to them. [editor’s note. Courtney Cox and David Arquette divorced in real life after 13 years]
§ Edward Lewis and Vivian Ward were played by Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. Everyone can dream, right? Well Vivian’s dream came true when prince charming came to her rescue and swept her off her feet. We’re going to skip over the fact that she was a street walker completely. Shhh!
§ Even though Goku has saved the universe many times over, Chi-Chi still expects him to remain true to his promises. As a unit, solidarity is crucial and no matter the situation Chi-Chi trusts that Goku will come through in the end…even in death.
§ Quincy McCall and Monica Wright-McCall were played by Omar Epps and Sanaa Lathan. It’s not uncommon for high school sweethearts to follow each other to college to remain close. What is uncommon is that those two will eventually marry. Well these two buck that trend after venturing the world and realizing that they were meant to be together. Throw in the fact that both played professional basketball and genetic domination rears its head!
§ April O’Neal and Casey Jones initially started up as a love/hate relationship, but like most their mutual respect for each other eventually became love. Throw in the fact that both of these guys could probably kick most of the field’s ass doesn’t hurt either.
§ Dan and Roseanne were played by John Goodman and Roseanne Barr. Dan and Roseanne may be seen openly mocking each other, it was easy to know that they truly loved each other. Even when dealing with poverty or obesity, these two remain upbeat and humorous.
§ Michael Schofield and Dr. Sara Tancredi were played by Wentworth Miller and Sarah Wayne Callies. As the prison doctor, Sara assisted Michael and crew with escaping prison with the hopes that they would eventually be together. Well after her being discharged and her murder exaggerated, Michael and Sara were finally reunited…never mind the fact that they were both on the lamb.
No matter how much the NBA changes, the goal is to still get the ball in the hoop in the most efficient way…which just happens to be really close to the basket. Unless you employ the likes of LeBron James or Michael Jordan, acquiring a dominant big man is the key to rings. Hence the reason the Spurs will be battling the Heat for the ship!
Dwight Howard, Andrew Bynum, and Al Jefferson were the three highest paid big men in the NBA this year and only the Lakers made it into the playoffs and they were swept by the Spurs. This isn’t to say that these guys are bad and not worth the money (Philly fans might disagree since Bynum never played a single game for them), but discovering the Ark was even difficult for Indiana Jones.
