For the first time since 2021, Liberty (28-6, 13-5 CUSA) is in the NCAA Tournament as the Flames saw their name flash on the CBS’ Selection Show as a 12-seed. The Flames will face the 5-seed Oregon (24-9, 12-8 Big 10) in the East regional for a game on Friday in Seattle.

Shortly after the announcement, head coach Ritchie McKay and guards Kaden Metheny and Taelon Peter met with the media for their initial thoughts on the game. Here is the full press conference: