Derek Kellogg Hopes to Bring Out the Fans for Cornell Game

A note from UMass head coach Derek Kellogg to the UMass student body in an effort to draw fans for tonight's game against Cornell:

Dear UMass Nation!

Can you feel it? The basketball season is ready to begin and I am pumped up to get things rolling.

Back in the 90's when I was playing for UMass; the excitement surrounding our team was incredible. We could hear the packed Mullins Center crowd while we were in the locker room getting ready for the game. We would get pumped up and come out on the court to a packed student section that gave us the edge to battle our opponent. I can tell you first hand that having that type of environment helped us win many games!

I need you to help me build this program to one of the top teams in the nation. You and your friends are an integral part of the process. By coming out to the games you can make a huge difference. Check out my fan page on Facebook where I'll keep you updated on what is happening and what I have in store for all who come out to the games. The link is
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/Coach-Kellogg/183012778622?ref=search&sid=589176758.362243469..1.

We've got our first home game on Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 PM against IvyLeague favorite Cornell. Your team needs you to come out and bring back the magic that used to make the Mullins Center one of the most feared courts to play on in the nation.

GO UMASS!

Derek Kellogg, Class of 1995
UMass Basketball Head Coach