WATCH: Coach K apologizes to fans for disappointing loss at home
After a disappointing loss on their home court, Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski apologized to the crowd before his ceremony began. While fans tried cheering for their coach and team and convince him that the loss was okay, Krzyzewski wanted to make sure everybody knew that Duke was better than they played on Saturday and that their season was not over yet and that they were still the best team in the ACC.
Coach K apologizes for loss
In a remarkable moment before his scheduled postgame ceremony began, Krzyzewski took a moment to address the crowd in attendance and apologize for his team’s poor showing on the court that night. With a glimpse into the coaching style and philosophy of their legendary coach of 42 years, fans got to see the level of accountability he takes and demands of his teams.
Despite being disappointed in their effort on Saturday, he was sure to clarify that he does not feel their season has been a disappointment and that they are going to get better from this loss.
“This isn’t part of the program, this is impromptu,” began Krzyzewski. As fans began to interrupt him, he shut them down to finish his point. “I’m sorry about this afternoon. Today was unacceptable, but the season has been very acceptable. And I’ll tell you, the season isn’t over.”
Although Duke lost 94-81 to their rivals, the Blue Devils season has been phenomenal as Krzyzewski stated. Saturday’s loss was only the fifth loss Duke suffered the entire season, and they finished the year with the best record in the ACC. As the postseason begins, Duke now turns its eyes towards the ACC tournament and a national championship run. By taking the time out of his own ceremony to address his team and the Duke fans, his players likely will never forget what Coach K apologized for.