Run Silent, Run Deep

In the Navy there's a saying, "there are only two kinds of ships, submarines and targets." Under the radar? Great! 

What constitutes a deep playoff run? 

There's no simple answer. For me, it's a playoff team playing to or exceeding expectations.

Many factors determine performance in general - talent, health, and luck are primary. 

Here's the "ChatGPT" answer:

"A deep playoff run typically means advancing through multiple rounds and reaching the later stages of the playoffs—like the semifinals or finals. This implies a high level of performance and consistency under playoff pressure, where a team moves beyond just qualifying and instead contends seriously for a championship. In terms of culture and team goals, a deep playoff run often means players are maximizing their roles, playing unselfishly, and sticking to the game plan, with a strong focus on team over individual success.

For a team with your philosophy, a deep playoff run would also mean that players are held accountable, their commitment to each other is solid, and they’re unified in their ambition to elevate each other’s play game by game."

Set high expectations. When we lower the bar or move the goalposts of success to meet lower expectations, it gives us convenient excuses. 

MVB can never traffic in excuses. 

The 'draw' will be revealed by the MIAA tomorrow.