Mick Cronin explains UCLA's 'no excuses' culture

UCLA has found a lot of success since Mick Cronin took over as the program’s head coach. Part of that has to do is the Bruins’ no excuses culture.

Cronin explained that culture ahead of the NCAA Tournament, where UCLA is a two-seed.

“We try to create a no excuses culture,” Mick Cronin said. “I try to teach them that about their life too, that if you have the toughness and the willingness to put in the work, you can get where you want to go.”

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“And then, there’s a way to win a game. There’s always a way to win a game, no matter if Jaylen Clark is out if Adem [Bona] is out, you know, God-forbid somebody else is, there’s always a way to win a game. Okay?”

Mick Cronin took UCLA to the Final Four in his first season that the NCAA Tournament was held during his tenure. That will be tough to match but the Bruins think they have the type of team that can do it this year.

“Now, it may not be as easy. Your margin for error may not be as great, but there’s still a way to win the game if you’re willing to be tough enough to do it, and these guys are because they want to win. That’s what they’re about.”

Mick Cronin reacted to UCLA getting the two-seed

After it was announced that UCLA would be a two-seed in the NCAA Tournament, Mick Cronin gave his thoughts on the seeding.

“I got three guys sitting next to me that went to the Final Four as a No. 11 seed. So we’re well aware that it’s only a number,” Cronin said.

“Now, for our players? A majority of our team is from the West coast. So, for our players and their families, it’s a special time in their life. Obviously, we’re happy that their families are going to be able to get to games. That’s how I look at it.”