I'm also intrigued (and more than a bit excited) to see what this group can do as a group on the court. I've been researching them a bit, and a number of things stand out, simply on the basis of the intuition developed in what is now my 15th year as a fan of this program.
I've been cheering as a fan of the team through every Final Four and all but one of OU's Sweet Sixteens. What stands out to me other than the obvious qualifications, is the fascinating blend of various talents in a team of real potential, both in solid, proven starters; newcomers with a whole variety of talents; and (laugh now, I may get the last one) the sheer look of this team.
I smell success. The potential is there for a formidable squad that could become the nut that's impossible to crack.
Much much stranger things have happened. After a refreshing summer with invaluable experience working with top-notch coaches like Brian Giorgis and Coquese Washington, there is a feeling of cool, clean air - an air of optimism in Soonerland.
It's there. Soon we'll see if my optimism is unfounded, but I don't think so.
Not at all.
