Quote Me, Howie: Phill Homere, Rhett McDonald, Andy Fenske
"Most people look at our team and think this is our rebuilding year. I do not agree. We are returning three starters and have guys on this team who can flat-out play." -- Duluth Denfeld boys basketball coach Phill Homere
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