Well done indeed.

So proud of these men.

Every season brings with it new and unique challenges. Just two games into ’26, we have already had our share. And then some.

We truly played as a team.

The passing and ball control was phenomenal for this early in the season. The movement and hustle down the floor made good things happen. I liked the shot selection for the most part. But those three pointers – and some even longer – must beckon them like sirens to Odysseus. Rebounding and pass defense solid, leading to many, many fast breaks.

As a coach now for twenty-five some years, there can be times during a season when you face teams above your skill level, and, those that fall below. I don’t care what sport you play or coach, your competition will always ebb and flow. That is just the way it is.

That being said, your responsibility as an athlete through out the competition, regardless of the situation, is to be an exemplar of character. Whether in the field of play or on the sidelines.

Sometimes that requisite is forgotten, overlooked or ignored. Ego can eclipse character just to win at all costs and by the highest score possible. Passion is somehow justified even when it is allowed to overtake compassion.

But not for these guys. They are true exemplars of character.

Playing with an all out passion for the game and for each other.

But even more so, competing with a genuine compassion for all.

I am in awe of these Hawks.

Well done men.

Well done indeed.