Quotes by Cal Cochran

“(Dominic) showed a lot of courage and leadership. He kept our energy level up all night.”

“We maintained our poise and continued to run through our offense. (Allens) a really good player, and sometimes theres a letdown after someone like him leaves the game.”

“Without that regular competition in a week, its hard to estimate what its going to take for 32 minutes. We didnt give a 32-minute effort. Well go back to work.”

“Its fun to be around their infectious joy for the game and the unity they have for one another. They pull for each other. There is no individual greater than the whole.”

“These guys want more. Theyre not easily satisfied. What they want to try to accomplish is something theyre willing to put a lot of effort into.”

“They push each other. Its what you have to have in order to be a successful team.”

“Its just another game. The stakes dont change.”

“Im so proud of these guys. Nobody ever figured us to get this far. It was a special year. These are special young men.”

“My goal is to see if I can make them better. Knowledge is power. What we have to offer is an opportunity to learn more about the game. An opportunity where you can grow as player.”

“If youre serious about it, you have to put in your time. Do more than just show up for the all-star game.”