Defense, team-play mark Virginia winning streak
By Kyle O'Connor | February 11, 2005With March Madness inching closer by the day, Virginia coach Pete Gillen seems to have pulled out his recipe for a little late-season drama, one that includes a heavy dose of defense and a little home-court advantage. Coming off two nail-biting wins by a combined three points against ACC rivals NC State and Florida State, the Cavaliers are experiencing some self-assurance, a feeling that has been in short supply so far this season. "We've won a couple close ones, but you lose some, so I think when you win you get more confidence," Gillen said. He also highlighted the team's recent focus on defense after being consistently outscored over the course of the season. "We have to win with defense.