<p>If you are placed on the waitlist on March 31st, would still hope for Duke to perform well in the NCAA Tournament?</p>
<p>From what I have heard, an early loss in the tournament can decrease a college's yield. You can also comment on the validity of the previous statement if you wish.</p>
<p>So, is "getting into" your dream school more important than how well your favorite bball team performs? If so, to what extent? Would you actually start to hope for a poor tournament performance?</p>
<p>I just hope I do not end up on the waitlist :(, than I will be faced with the above dilemma.</p>