If Drake's recruiting budget is so small, how has Phelps landed players from all over the country? Not many players on the roster from within the geographical area of the MVC.[/quote]
IMO, 2008 success, coaching connections, ability to identify MVC level talent, hard work, and some good luck.[/quote]
Given the age of their best players, and the average time it takes for a big run to pay off in recruiting, the bolded part seems about right.[/quote]
WSU and Bradley are still waiting for the payoff from the 06 sweet 16 run.