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Heart and hustle

Mon, 11/30/2009 - 04:59 — VF21
And so, for the second time in the 2009-2010 season, our young Kings are at .500 and showing no signs of letting up on either the heart or the hustle.

This group of players has the heart...they don't give up and they don't know the meaning of the word "quit." They give their all and they challenge each other to do better. From the rookies to the veterans, they've all bought into the plan and they're giving their all.

They've got the hustle...they dive on the floor for the loose balls, they take the occasional kick in the head and come back out to play some more, they cheer for each other as though every game is a game 7.

Just as importantly, the coaching staff is engaged, they're involved and they're motivating the players to be all they can possibly be. It's been a very long time since the hallowed halls of Arco saw such a team effort on behalf of everyone connected with the team.

And how can you miss Gavin, sitting on the sidelines cheering and celebrating right along with the rest of the Arco faithful?

This team is one that is officially starting to take my breath away. It's exciting on TV, but I have to urge everyone to make every effort possible to see them in person and support them as they grow into a team that is truly worthy of Arco Thunder on a nightly basis. Check out the "We've got a deal for you" thread in the main forum. We here at Kingsfans.com can offer you a chance to attend a game with other board members AND get a discount on the tickets. You can't ask for much better than that, can you?

I know I get carried away at times, but this team deserves all the support we can possibly give them.

I've said it before, and I'll say it now...

I LOVE THIS TEAM!!!

Comments

Mon, 11/30/2009 - 06:18 — jcassio

Well said! I love this team, too. Heart and hustle, yes, but they've also got talent. I also think that part of the reason they're doing well this year (or shall we say better than expected?) is because they've got so many tough-minded youngsters who haven't accepted the premise that this team is supposed to be a bunch of losers. So thanks for that, guys!
Mon, 11/30/2009 - 07:17 — rainmaker

This team is putting everything on the line night in and niight out. They won't always win, and they'll make some pretty fustrating mistakes, but the effort is always there. But, at some point, the crowds have to reflect a team that is 7-2 at home, and improving.
Mon, 11/30/2009 - 15:42 — King Baller

The Kings are playing great. The defense, rebounding and scrappy play has been impressive. What a great group of players and coaching staff.

KB
Mon, 11/30/2009 - 20:46 — dbfish

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Heart and hustle

And so, for the second time in the 2009-2010 season, our young Kings are at .500 and showing no signs of letting up on either the heart or the hustle.

This group of players has the heart...they don't give up and they don't know the meaning of the word "quit." They give their all and they challenge each other to do better. From the rookies to the veterans, they've all bought into the plan and they're giving their all.

They've got the hustle...they dive on the floor for the loose balls, they take the occasional kick in the head and come back out to play some more, they cheer for each other as though every game is a game 7.

Just as importantly, the coaching staff is engaged, they're involved and they're motivating the players to be all they can possibly be. It's been a very long time since the hallowed halls of Arco saw such a team effort on behalf of everyone connected with the team.

And how can you miss Gavin, sitting on the sidelines cheering and celebrating right along with the rest of the Arco faithful?

This team is one that is officially starting to take my breath away. It's exciting on TV, but I have to urge everyone to make every effort possible to see them in person and support them as they grow into a team that is truly worthy of Arco Thunder on a nightly basis. Check out the "We've got a deal for you" thread in the main forum. We here at Kingsfans.com can offer you a chance to attend a game with other board members AND get a discount on the tickets. You can't ask for much better than that, can you?

I know I get carried away at times, but this team deserves all the support we can possibly give them.

I've said it before, and I'll say it now...

I LOVE THIS TEAM!!!
I was all set to buy my family some snuggies for Christmas but instead I going to get some Kings tickets to put under the tree.
Every one should husyle down and get some Kings tickets.
The Kings have got me in the holiday spirit.
Mon, 11/30/2009 - 20:58 — Rookie

Let's just say in the Dallas game, I gave up before they did. Can't believe they almost got it tied the last minute.
Mon, 11/30/2009 - 21:17 — bajaden

Its been stated that November was an easy schedule month. But the team made the best of it and are at 500. There may be a few that say they expected it, but I didn't. So I'm pleasantly surprised. I thought Tyreke would be good. But he's been even better than I thought. I was happy we drafted Casspi, but I didn't expect him to be this good this fast. Beno has refound his MoJo. And Sergio looks like a new man.

I could go on. But I don't think any of this is an accident. You have to give credit to the coaching staff. The players have bought in, and believe. The fun part is, that their only going to get better. They're still learning how to play together. This team is like a new automobile engine. Plenty of power, but the timing is still off, and it needs a little fine tuning in spots.

The schedule is about to get tougher. But if the team keeps improving and remains dedicated, they just might surprise us some more.. I look forward to it.
Tue, 12/01/2009 - 04:23 — Arco Thunder

Nice read, VF21. I couldn't have said it any better myself!