Big Ten Basketball Media Day Quotes ::

“Ed DeChellis, Penn State

“On recruiting:

“‘It is a very competitive league and we have a lot of great coaches. You have to work very hard to get the players you need to compete. Other guys are out there competing and getting good players. It is harder when you are down and trying to make that climb, because kids want to go to schools where things have been put in place. We have been able to get some very good players for our team and program. Now we just need to build on it and take it one step at a time.’

“On the Big Ten:

“‘Some people last year thought it was going to be a down year for the league, but it ended up being a very good and competitive year–that’s why we play in the league. There are great players and great venues to play in. There are also great coaches and the Big Ten is one of the most prominent leagues in the country.'”