In DI basketball how big of a pass do you give a coach and team when they are semi successful by saying that they play hard?
Playing hard is great but is expected at this level. It is a minimum of what a DI athlete should be expected to do.
Now add on all the talent stuff you also need. Add on playing smart and limiting turnovers. It’s being athletic enough to play at this level.
No, just playing hard isn’t enough to get a pass on winning.