Our biggest problem is that we just haven't had a lot of practice. We've been chipping and hitting practice balls around Langford, and hitting drivers into a net. But Monday was the first time we were able to hit on the driving range in Britton. We haven't even played a hole yet this year.

Now we have some experience and the kids know what to expect. Our goal this year is to be more competitive.

He's dangerous. We can't duplicate that in practice. This is the first team playing with a pass mentality. This is a team that can throw the ball. It's going to be a great challenge for us.

In the first two games, we went against all the principles that coaches taught us in practice. This time, we just did a better job of clamping down and making sure they didn't get a lot of open shots.

Criminals usually don't want to be observed, so they leave when they spot us. We do what we call 'counter-loitering' — stationing ourselves at a corner where people are loitering. It doesn't take long until we need to find a more interesting place to be. Chronic offenders have come to realize that we know them, and that we're bad for their business.

Our members often form friendships that extend beyond patrol activities. It's a great way to meet neighbors and discover common interests.