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NUCat320

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I am so happy and so excited and jealous of those of you waking up in Sacramento today.

Thanks to CCC for keeping the faith, for pounding the rock, for leading this team to heights we couldn’t have anticipated in October.

I have so much respect for Boo’s growth and leadership, for Audige’s energy and athleticism, for Barnhizer’s growing confidence, for Nicholson’s perseverance, for Berry’s infectious smile, for Beran’s steadiness, for Martinelli’s no-fear attitude (and janky lefty game), for Verhoeven’s joyful, enthusiastic willingness to give this program a chance. (I respect the others too.)

In what has been a very rough year so far in my world, I’ve been able to look forward to every game in the calendar, been able to enjoy every competitive minute (I missed most of the Michigan and Maryland games), and been able to just engross myself in the improbable real-life joy that only unscripted competition involving a whole mess of humans can bring.

All of those locker room celebrations — the stupid water bottle baths, the absurd dancing, the whooping and hollering as the victories kept stacking — those have been felt in my home almost as much as they have in the locker room.

Thanks to these Cats. Thanks to all the fans. Thanks to this coaching staff.

Three more weeks to go. How fun!
 
GatoLouco

GatoLouco

Sophomore
Nov 13, 2019
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Well said.

This was a team, that was seen, by many, including me, as a bit soft. I never questioned the effort, it was there. No doubt in my mind. But it always felt like they let others push them around way too often.

It went from that, to a tough as nails group. That's the most amazing part to me.
 
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PURPLECAT88

Senior
Feb 4, 2003
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NUCat320 said:
I am so happy and so excited and jealous of those of you waking up in Sacramento today.

Thanks to CCC for keeping the faith, for pounding the rock, for leading this team to heights we couldn’t have anticipated in October.

I have so much respect for Boo’s growth and leadership, for Audige’s energy and athleticism, for Barnhizer’s growing confidence, for Nicholson’s perseverance, for Berry’s infectious smile, for Beran’s steadiness, for Martinelli’s no-fear attitude (and janky lefty game), for Verhoeven’s joyful, enthusiastic willingness to give this program a chance. (I respect the others too.)

In what has been a very rough year so far in my world, I’ve been able to look forward to every game in the calendar, been able to enjoy every competitive minute (I missed most of the Michigan and Maryland games), and been able to just engross myself in the improbable real-life joy that only unscripted competition involving a whole mess of humans can bring.

All of those locker room celebrations — the stupid water bottle baths, the absurd dancing, the whooping and hollering as the victories kept stacking — those have been felt in my home almost as much as they have in the locker room.

Thanks to these Cats. Thanks to all the fans. Thanks to this coaching staff.

Three more weeks to go. How fun!
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Sorry it's been a rough year for you, 320. I hope the Cats' turnaround portends one for you as well.
 
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Hungry Jack

All-Conference
Nov 17, 2008
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GatoLouco said:
Well said.

This was a team, that was seen, by many, including me, as a bit soft. I never questioned the effort, it was there. No doubt in my mind. But it always felt like they let others push them around way too often.

It went from that, to a tough as nails group. That's the most amazing part to me.
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I know this team has big brass balls. Every time they sit down on a metal bench, there is a clanging sound.

I think Big Matt helped bring an edge to this team with his physical presence and his intensity. And those two senior guards seem unflappable. Boo's intense focus has been very evident. And young Martinelli clearly has little fear. He may lack experience, especially on defense, but I don't think the moment gets to him.
 
TheC

TheC

All-Conference
May 29, 2001
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Hungry Jack said:
I know this team has big brass balls. Every time they sit down on a metal bench, there is a clanging sound.
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Well, when the season is over, they should probably get the team doctor to check that out. That can't possibly be comfortable.
 
DaCat

DaCat

All-Conference
May 29, 2001
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TheC said:
Well, when the season is over, they should probably get the team doctor to check that out. That can't possibly be comfortable.
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When you sport brass balls, comfort is the last thing on your mind.
 
GatoLouco

GatoLouco

Sophomore
Nov 13, 2019
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Joke Drummer GIF by Travis
 
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StreamCat

Sophomore
May 29, 2001
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Ow, they’ve got brass 🎶🎶 balls
They’re mighty mighty, just letting it all hang
Ah, they’ve got brass 🎶🎶 balls
This team is stacked and that's a fact
Ain't holding nothing back
They’ve got brass 🎶🎶 balls
Well put together, everybody knows
This is how the story goes
 
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