Notes from Tracy Fuchs’ pre-NCAA Tournament presser

Northwestern takes on Saint Joseph’s in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Lakeside Field on Friday, Nov. 13 at 12 p.m. CST. The ‘Cats are chasing a third-consecutive NCAA Tournament victory, following up its 3-0 victory over Maryland to secure a second-straight Big Ten Tournament title last week.

Ahead of the madness, Tracy Fuchs held media availability on Thursday, discussing the emotions, schematics and preparation that will fuel another NUFH NCAA Tournament run.

Note: Some of these quotes have been edited for clarity.

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