004 - Dusty May with the media pt2 040326

In this live segment from Radio Row in Indianapolis during the Final Four, Michigan head coach Dusty May returns for part two of his media availability on the Michigan Insider podcast. May reflects on his early coaching journey, recounting how he landed his first coaching job through connections made during a 2000 Final Four trip where he served as a student manager. He emphasizes that retention isn't inherently valuable—what matters is keeping players with the right mindset, work ethic, and team-first mentality. He shares how his experience at FAU, where he retained an entire roster after a deep tournament run, was one of the most difficult years of his career due to unplayed talent and high expectations. May also discusses the resilience of player Elliott, who overcame an allergic reaction to remain with the team, calling him a 'warrior.' He praises Arizona’s young starters, noting their elite-level experience with Team USA and EuroLeague exposure, which makes them far more advanced than typical freshmen. May contrasts this year’s Final Four experience—where the team felt expected—with last year’s underdog journey, highlighting how preparation and mental readiness have evolved. The segment closes with excitement for the upcoming Michigan vs. Arizona matchup, including a special edition of Steady Dropping Dimes and a fan commemoration announcement.