High Point Coach Alan Huss on Making March Madness After 25 Years

High Point's March Madness Debut

• 🏀 The High Point Panthers are making their March Madness debut against Purdue on Thursday, marking their first NCAA Tournament appearance in over 25 years.
• 🏆 Head Coach Alan Huss, in his second year, led the team to a 29-5 record and a Big South Conference tournament championship to secure their spot.
• ✨ Coach Huss expresses excitement for the fans, calling the tournament berth a form of validation for their long-standing support.

Coach Huss's Perspective

• 🎯 When hired, Coach Huss focused on attacking each day and winning short-sighted battles, rather than immediately dreaming of the tournament.
• 🌟 He acknowledges that for teams in W-bid leagues, the ultimate goal is always to play in the NCAA Tournament and prove they belong.
• 🤝 Huss has experienced the tournament three times as a player, which he believes helps him coach his players through this significant moment.

Facing the 'Cinderella' Label

• 🎭 Coach Huss is aware of the 'Cinderella Story' conversations but states that external labels don't matter at this stage.
• ⚡ The focus remains on playing their best basketball and staying committed to the process that led them to this point.
• 🗣️ He emphasizes that regardless of being called a Cinderella or an upset pick, the team's performance is what counts.