First, I would like to thank all of you for your support this season. The atmosphere in the Cassell has been second-to-none in all of college basketball. Although disappointed that we were not invited to the
NCAA Tournament, we are still playing. And when I say “we,” that includes you!
When I look at this year’s NIT field, it includes two teams that have combined to win four of the last 11 national championships. Two other teams in the NIT have made it to the championship game of the
NCAA Tournament in recent years. This is an outstanding field.
Despite being disappointed, this is a challenge for everyone who is committed to Virginia Tech basketball. I told our players, if we are who I think we are, we will come out and show the nation what Virginia Tech basketball is all about. Part of that includes the atmosphere in Cassell Coliseum.
As a No. 1 seed, we have an opportunity to play three home games. The first is Wednesday. This program is built on absolutes and we clearly define how we win. Our absolutes include passion, energy, commitment, toughness and a competitive spirit. And one of the reasons we win is because of you. The best fans in the ACC!
We need to get past the disappointment and move forward. I talked with coach Bob Knight last night and he told me to tell our players to go out, each and every night, on a mission to let all college basketball fans know just how good we are. And that includes you.
Let’s show the nation what your ownership is all about. As we started the season we were in together and we will stay together. We need you now more than ever. Our players feed off of your energy and passion. Let’s do this thing together. Let’s work toward winning a national championship and cutting down the nets in New York.
We will also hold another of our Chalk Talks on Tuesday at noon in D2. Come be a part of this fun and informational time that allows students great insight into our program.
Thank you and Go Hokies!
Seth Greenberg
Men's basketball head coach