TANG: When I read about Kansas State basketball and the rich history and traditions, my heart swells, but I also feel a burden as coach because I've become the steward, and I've been entrusted with such a tremendous program and history. I can't do this by myself. To all our alumni and legends, this is your program, and I'm just the dude who's doing it right now. I'm a servant, and I'm here for you guys. I want you to know that this is your program, and you're important to this program and to the future of the program — not just the past but the future.
Your investment and your time, coming by and talking to the guys and spending time with them, and just your knowledge — your investment goes a long way. One of the best things we did at Baylor was our Vet Week, when all the former players would come back in the summer and spend a few days with our guys and just be able to talk to them. Some of the younger ones would play with them, but the older ones would just pour into their lives. There's something about someone who's done it before and who's been there that goes a lot farther than a coach telling them.
You guys are welcome any time to come back. This is your program and we need you in order to be what we're capable of being.
This might be my favorite part of the whole article