To have witnessed what this team has accomplished over the past two years after being thrown every obstacle possible is beyond remarkable. To win 20 games with no-postseason to play for and then follow that up with a 4th title is something even the most loyal uconn fan couldn't imagine. That said, it starts with KO. The man has a vision and a special ability to relay that to his team. I have never seen a group of young men respond in such a powerful way like these kids. They played for each other and together they believed that bond would overcome everything. It did. KO isn't just a coach, he is a leader of men. And boy did he lead. But for the team to come this far, the players had to embrace it. That starts with its best player. By remaining loyal to the program, Shabazz showed the rest of the team that he was "ten toes in". Some guys responded early. It took a bit longer for others. In the end, when it all came together we witnessed what it means to be "great". There is no question in my mind that by the end of March, UConn would have beaten anyone they played. They were that good. Shabazz isn't the most talented player to ever put on a UConn jersey but that doesn't matter. He was the most important. I am not sure which title was our best but that doesn't matter. This was the most important. In two years, this coach and these kids together showed the nation that UConn will remain elite. Not even the most loyal UConn fan was sure of that two years ago. Now we are and that is whats important.
