Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman emphasized the importance of preparation ahead of the College Football Playoff semifinal against Penn State at the Capital One Orange Bowl. The team’s quarterfinal game against Georgia was delayed due to a terrorist attack in New Orleans, but Freeman said his squad came out relatively healthy and is proceeding as usual.
Freeman acknowledged that the challenges posed by the delay will require the team to “expedite their preparation” with fewer days than Penn State. He noted that mental preparation is crucial and urged the players to utilize every available hour to prepare for the game.
The coach’s focus on preparation has been key to the Irish’s success, as they overcame a Week 2 loss at Northern Illinois and are now on the brink of playing for a national championship. Freeman warned against deviating from their approach, saying it’s essential to stay focused and not get distracted by external praise or criticism.
With the playoffs underway, Notre Dame will need to rely on its experience and teamwork to overcome any remaining challenges and make a deep run in the tournament.
Source: https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/43285060/coach-marcus-freeman-says-notre-dame-expedite-cfp-prep