I would like to think with the type of season that we've had, we're well-deserving of (an NCAA bid). I hope that we don't get left out because that would leave a real void in these seniors' careers.
It starts with our captains, and it starts with our point guard. I hope it stings. I hope it hurts.
I thought we played extremely well tonight. We executed the press effectively and our offense was clicking on all cylinders.
They got a freshman point guard. Any time you have a freshman point guard, some days are good and some days are bad.
We were very fortunate to get the win today. As the season goes along you need these kinds of gut-check games. I think our kids showed a lot of character, especially in the second half.
Our seniors have accomplished a lot this season. I was disappointed that this was the way our seniors had to go out, but they have built a tradition with everything that they have done.
I am so very proud of what you've been able to accomplish. I'm so proud of the way you've been able to represent this university and I thank you for bringing joy to my life and the season that you've given me this year.
I thought out kids did a tremendous job of bringing the defense.
I've probably gotten caught up in it more than I should have. There has been some criticism of our schedule this season and it probably wasn't as tough as it could have been. If we can keep our RPI in the low or mid-30s, I think we'd have a pretty good chance. If we go into the 40s we won't have a very good chance.
That's not exactly how we scripted it. I give all the credit in the world to Drake. They are a smart team and very well coached.
Maybe we were focusing a little too much on the championship, being on our home court in front of all our fans. Now we just have to focus on Southern Illinois and get ready to take care of business in the MVC tournament.
To set the record and not be at home, I couldn't think of a better place to break it at. Missouri State is tough at home and they average over 6,000 fans per game, so it will a tough challenge for our kids.
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