North Carolina State University Athletics
A Letter From Men's Basketball Coach Herb Sendek
8/17/2001 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
Aug. 17, 2001
An Important Personal Message to Wolfpackers
Dear Wolfpack Fan,
I am writing you this letter because you are a loyal Wolfpacker and care deeply about our basketball program. I want to encourage you and urge you to support our team this season.
I am well aware that last season was a disappointment. Any time we don't achieve our expect-ations after dedicating ourselves to our goals, we deal with disappointment. And certainly no one felt that disappointment more deeply than our young men, our coaching staff and myself. Please know that no one wants to win for our fans more than I do.
Can we be successful and put Wolfpack Basketball back among the nation's best? Yes we can, and with your support, we will. I've never doubted that. Up until last season, we had made consistent and steady progress. And now, in a sense, we are starting our second cycle of recruiting with the graduation of our four seniors. They were the bridge, coupled with your outstanding support in the spectacular ESA, that has enabled us to recruit the nation's 3rd ranked recruiting class (Sports Illustrated).
So, what must we do together to help this year's young team reach its potential and continue to build our program?
First, we must put last season behind us--be energized by a fresh start and the challenge of this new season. We should learn and be strengthened from the past, but meet our future with positive expectations.
Secondly, we need to attack this new season with focused, fearless, determination. I think you will quickly notice the signature and personality of the 2001-2002 Wolfpack. In a word, we will be relentless. We will scrap and dive for loose balls and play with abandon. Yes, we will make mistakes because we are young. We have only three upperclassmen with experience. But I assure you, we will make up for any shortcomings of youth by playing with great desire.
Because we will have many young players in key roles, it is vital that they have your unyielding support. They need to know that you are steadfastly behind them. I'm sure you've seen the power of encouragement at work in a young person's life. Our players need what only you can provide--a sold-out, deafening, home court advantage. Your enthusiastic presence and loyal support will inspire them like nothing else can.
I know we have the finest fans in the country. I urge you to order your season tickets as soon as your ticket application arrives. We face a challenging schedule. We need your help. Your positive, passionate presence will make a real difference. No empty seats. Cheering and pulling together as One Heartbeat.
Go Pack!
Herb Sendek Head Men's Basketball Coach
