He's struggled a little bit with the bat. But over the last seven games, he's raised his average over 100 points and that's when it counts - in district. He's really stepped it up in district, and that's what I expected from him.

These weekend series are much tougher than I expected. You're playing three games in 24 hours. We got there at 11:30 (Saturday morning) and it was after 7 when we left. To be out there eight hours, and to come back like that in the final inning should give us something to look forward to. Even though we lost, it says something about this team. Our kids played well this weekend.

He's the ultimate utility player. Due to some circumstances that came up, he's our starting shortstop now. He did an excellent job last weekend at Franklin Parish. He has decent footwork and he has the arm strength to make a play when we need it.

Justin understands the game and he understands pitching. I can look at him when he's out on the mound and he understands what I'm trying to tell him. He's learned a lot from last year.

We're not taking a breath. We've got to stay focused and continue to win the games.

Barry played three games in eight days and is now in a bit of discomfort. But it's nothing too serious and I'd expect him to be in his usual place for the game on Saturday.