It gives us a tremendous amount of confidence. You're not having to use that first 10, 20 minutes in the first half of the game to get used to each other's style. We already know from the tip that this game's going to be a track meet. Both teams love to score, and both teams love offense. |
It says a lot that we were able to grind it out. It shows the toughness of this team. |
It was a heck of a game on both ends. Not that they need to keep putting our coaches through this, but we really believe in ourselves. Obviously, both teams hate to lose, but we were able to stay focused and remain inspired. |
It was huge. It opened up the doors to a lot of perspective student-athletes and recruits out there ... that Maryland is definitely a top choice. |
It was important for us to get involved with such a worthy cause. This disease affects our mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters and friends. We need to continue to bring awareness and spread hope that this disease will be defeated. I'm proud of our players and staff for making the effort to raise money and help make a difference. |
It wasn't the prettiest game we've played to date. St. John's had a tremendous game plan, and they hit a lot of big shots. |
It'll be easy to get motivated. |
It's about time. We feel free. |
It's definitely a new environment. You've got to get used to the background and I think a lot of time there is an advantage with the team who played the night before. It's just great to be able to get that first game under our belt. It's nice to get those jitters out. |
it's going to be a fast-paced exciting game. |
It's great to finally see this room full. |
Just a heck of a game. I'm proud of the fact that we hung in there. We showed a lot of poise in the last five minutes (of regulation). It was a wild finish. We know how difficult it is to win here. |
Just knowing her and what she thrives on I knew I had to be firm with her. She just needed to snap out of it. |
Kristi always steps up and wants to take big shots. You can't just key on one person on this team. That makes us a lot more tougher to defend. |
Kristi always steps up and wants to take the big shots. That's what's exciting about this team. ... You can't just key on one player. That's what makes us tougher. |