Their maturity and experience took over. I thought that was the difference in the game. We had every opportunity to take advantage of that game and we just didn't do it.

I think it's really a neat learning experience. They don't get this kind of opportunity that often. They need to take advantage of it.

Since we lost our quarterback from last year, I thought I should step up because I have some experience, ... I like the position, so I thought I would give it a shot this year.

All he's lacking is game experience, but I think you see the maturity of him stepping forward as a leader. He's ready to take the reins.

Matt, Jeff, Kyle and Kevin are the four returning runners from the 2004 squad and their maturity showed. Experience is so vital to a team's success.

I'm real impressed with the newcomers. The pitching, I'm not just impressed with their velocity but their maturity. And what I like about some of the offensive players that are here is that they have good swings. From what I've seen, we have a good chance to be a pretty good team and win some games.