Kai Holmes never saw a game at McArthur Court during its heyday.

Sheldon's star senior would have only been a few years old when the historic venue tucked away on the University of Oregon campus held its final college basketball game on Jan. 8, 2011. Still, Holmes knew he would be in for a unique experience when he and his Irish teammates found out they would get a chance to play at "The Pit" as part of the inaugural Return of the Mac invitational this weekend.

"My mom went to Oregon, and she was kind of hyping it up to me, telling me all about the history of the court and how loud it was at Duck games," Holmes said. "I was definitely ready."

Holmes turned back the clock and delivered a vintage performance Dec. 6, leading Sheldon (2-0) to a thrilling 67-64 boys basketball win over T

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