They hustle and hard work of seniors Cory Anderson and Tim Dillingham. The inspiration of Smith, who supported the team from the sidelines even as he was unable to play on the court. That group will be missed. Still, Ferris State can look at the emergence of next season's junior class of Nauta, Ray Pope and Leaondre Salter. That group and others who return will have the experience of winning a conference title and playing for the national championship.
Experience is the best teacher.