What Eric Musselman said during his introduction as Arkansas’s head coach
By Adam Spencer
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The Arkansas Razorbacks recently hired Eric Musselman from Nevada to replace longtime coach Mike Anderson, and on Monday, they officially introduced him.
During his introductory press conference, Musselman discussed a number of topics, including expectations on the program.
From the NCAA Tournament to style of play to facilities and the SEC’s depth and more, Musselman had plenty to say to excite Arkansas fans.
Here’s a look at what he said on Monday afternoon:
On making the NCAA Tournament:
Musselman: “We have a goal of making the NCAA Tournament. That should be the goal every year.”
— Bo Mattingly (@SportandStoryBo) April 8, 2019
On Arkansas’s sports facilities:
Musselman: I’ve never been at a college institution that has the type of facilities that Arkansas does.
— Bo Mattingly (@SportandStoryBo) April 8, 2019
On being successful at Arkansas:
Musselman: You can win big here in basketball, no doubt about it.
— Bo Mattingly (@SportandStoryBo) April 8, 2019
On the SEC’s depth:
Musselman: In the SEC, you’re dealing with really talented rosters and excellent coaches. And we’re ready for the challenge.
— Bo Mattingly (@SportandStoryBo) April 8, 2019
On the style of play he’ll bring:
Musselman: Hopefully our style of play — we call it pace and space — is going to be pleasing to the fans. Says the players like it
— Thomas Murphy (@TomMurphyADG) April 8, 2019
On talking with AD Hunter Yurachek for the first time:
Eric Mussleman: Says Hunter Yuracheck mentioned he wanted to talk to a coach who wanted to be here. After the first phone call, I told my wife I was going for a 5-mile run and I sprinted out of the house. That’s how excited I was.
— Thomas Murphy (@TomMurphyADG) April 8, 2019
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
