Rick Spring
Rick Spring
knock open
We got some open looks, but we just couldn't knock them down.
game goals happens points team
We've always set team goals. Making 100 points in a game isn't one of them, but if it happens it happens.
four past players playoffs round seniors stay three
Those three seniors have been here all four years, and we've made it past the first round of the playoffs each year. That's their legacy. The players who stay here will have to live up to that legacy.
knew strong
They're very strong and athletic. They knew what they wanted to do, and they did it.
came confidence fire gave guys played quick start took wind
We just came out on fire and played with intensity. The guys were making shots. Getting off to the quick start gave us confidence and took some of the wind out of their sails.
asked believe bigger motto proud step stepped team
They were bigger and stronger. I asked the team to give everything they had, and I believe they did. Our motto was to 'step up or step aside,' and they all stepped up. I'm proud of the way we played.