[Tonight] we have to get back to playing better defense because you can't expect to keep winning like this.

Defense is a big concern. In '01, '02, '03 we were at the top of the conference in defense. That didn't happen last year.

Memorial is ranked 12th in the state and really played awesome in winning the Big Eight tournament. Our defense was outstanding tonight, and offensively, we did a good job of setting up Tara (Dean), who did a great job of setting the hitters.

We do have a good defense, and that's going to be the key to winning this game. Amanda Haynes is one of the best offensive players in state, but if my defense shows up, we have a shot.

It was very sloppy. We lucked out winning, but Whitcomb played good defense.

I think you'd have a hard time winning a championship without a defense. Over the years, it's a proven fact.