Joe Charles said in post game that the team plays well at home due to the support the team get from fans. The people that go to every game do have an emotional connection to the guys. Maybe players sense that. Weather and parade did impact last night. Few Students were there last night, many at parade. Those not going are missing a team that gives max effort, is generally well prepared, And pulls for each other. Players also give some credit to the coaching staff for some of their improvement. I believe for the second straight year assistants have opponents scouted to a T which helps preparation.