Still not convinced? Well, here are some reasons why you should be at the next game.

A basketball game just like any other. I know--my mother, too, played when there were six players per team; three for offense, three for defense and no one venturing across midcourt.

But it's not like that anymore. Five players, running up and down the court. Sure, no one can jam, but you do see behind-the-back passes, double-pump dipsy do shots and dead-eyed 20 footers.

As easy as can be. All you have to do is show up at Briggs and walk in. No charge. No hassle with with your coupon book, no waiting in lines at the Harvard Hall basement. And unless more people than I expect take me up on this offer, you'll have your pick of dozens of choice seats.

Besides, the walk across the river will provide some enjoyable exercise.

A friendly atmosphere. Everyone on the team is real nice. They all stand around after the game and talk to their friends. You can congratulate Coach Kathy Delaney Smith on a nice game (for Harvard almost never loses at home).

You might be able to pat Joe Carrabino on the back as he walks by, but you can talk to Anna Collins.

Some good hoop action as a study break. Come see Sharon Hayes-knock in her rainbows. Come see Barb Keller dribble behind her back as she pulls up for a jumper at the top of the key.

Come so that you can tell your grandchildren. "Yes, I saw the great Harvard women's basketball team of the mid-'80s."

Okay, maybe that won't impress your grandchildren. But you never know. And you won't even have the opportunity to say that unless you come to the games.