"Down to the five-minute mark we were right there and we got stuck on 59. They turned the defense...

"Down to the five-minute mark we were right there and we got stuck on 59. They turned the defense up at the five-minute mark and it got really physical at that point. We got bumped off a couple cuts, the kids might have been a bit tired, they were a little more physical than we were down the stretch, but that's how the game is played. It's a good learning experience for our kids and something that we have to build off as we move forward."

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So close, but as we all know close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades.

According to Maryland’s coach, "What I liked about this game is from start to finish we had to work." While I didn’t think Michigan was likely to win this one, I hoped they would and also knew they were capable of it. And they came close. I think the fact that they kept up with a very good team for most of the game bodes well for the rest of the season.

Go Blue!

by 3r1n on Dec 1, 2011 12:17 AM EST reply actions 1 recs

I agree...

When you look at where this program is (a few consecutive WNIT appearances and not making the NCAA tournament in about a decade) it’s nice to see them just competing with a top team like that.

I look forward to seeing what they can do in Big Ten conference play – I haven’t yet seen Mich St or Ohio St (I NEED BTN!!!) but I think this shows they can challenge those schools.

Twitter: @NateP_SBN.

by Nate Parham on Dec 1, 2011 1:44 AM EST up reply actions