""I've incorporated those principles into my coaching philosophy, and they will be covered in what we do here at Cal State L.A. We're going to develop a culture rooted in discipline, defense and teamwork.""
""This is home to me, so that's a no-brainer. When I got the chance under Coach [Jim] Saia to come in and volunteer, I got a chance to know a lot of the student athletes here, and being around these young people can reinvigorate you and get you energized to come out and get up every morning, and that is what I love about this.""
""I think hard working young men, I think the five Ds that I described, those can apply to you in anything you do in your athletic endeavors, but the uniqueness and the fun apart about those five Ds can put those to work for you [athletes] off the court in your everyday life, in your religious life anything that you wanna be successful in you have to apply that.""
Michael Cooper has been appointed as the head coach of Cal State Los Angeles men's basketball, marking a significant return for the Lakers legend. His primary goal is to bring the team back to championship form, emphasizing the importance of determination, dedication, desire, discipline, and decision-making. Cooper aims to foster a culture of hard work, discipline, and teamwork. His personal connection to the university, stemming from his participation in the NBA Summer Pro League, adds depth to his commitment to the program and its student-athletes.
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