"The thought I have right now is just how incredibly proud I am of the guys."
Kris Shakes heroics sent the Nittany Lions to the Big Ten Tournament final after saving two penalty kicks.
"You need someone like him. He's just great."
The Nittany Lions battled back in both games against a tough Fighting Irish team.
"We're going to use that strength, and we're going to pressure, and that's Penn State basketball."
The Lady Lions won their seventh straight season-opening game and 52nd home opener.