I would go with
CURIOUS
I'm beyond interested, and optimistic, but I am curious to see exactly what difference having a real coach makes.
Bowden has made statements suggesting that he doesn't believe performance last year is indicative of talent. I think we have some examples that we can honestly look at last year that suggests there was something beyond lack of ability involved in the dismal performance.
So I am curious to see what happens when positive attitude and hard work come together. I am curious to see how aggressive Amato is on defense, curious to see who steps up as Freshmen, curious to see how it all fits together.