Quotes by Jeff VandeLoo

“Theyre down here laughing and screwing around. Youd think we might be 10-10 going into this game.”

“Weve been pretty consistent. Weve played pretty well all year without having a lot of peaks and valleys, which has been encouraging.”

“Were similar in regard to the record, but were different types of teams. We play a little different style. We havent talked about that at all. I think our team has kind of flown under the radar, even though were 22-0. Were probably one of the least-known undefeated teams thats ranked No. 5 in the state. I like that. I think its because our kids and I never talked about being undefeated. That was never our goal. We werent even picked to win the conference.”

“He is incredible. I have never been around a kid like A.J. The maturity and the unselfishness is phenomenal.”

“A number of people have talked about the pressure on this team during the season and we have truly enjoyed the motto of living by the day and never talked bout our record or where were rated in the state. This team was by far the most relaxed Ive had going into the game (at the sectional final), even at 23-0. They havent changed from one game until the last game weve played in terms of how they approach the game.”

“Sometimes I just sat back and thought, This is incredible. I dont know if it can ever be duplicated. The record might be duplicated, but this team can never, ever be duplicated.”

“I thought their guards played really well. (Cotton) is an excellent shooter and he demonstrated that today. He played within himself in their offense without forcing things. Hes a very, very good offensive player.”

“I think they can. The sophomore class has a good group. I told Jeremy, Josh and Ryan that you have been given a gift by these seniors about what the intangibles are and how hard you need to work during the summer. Put that inside of you and bring it next year.”

“The way King played us defensively, it was obvious how they felt about Adam. I dont think you focus a defense like that unless a guy is a big-time stud.”

“I certainly would look at any and all possibilities right now. Thats about all I can really say. I wouldnt rule out any level of coaching or any degree of involvement at any place right now.”