We feel like if we can impose our will on the defensive end, it will give us a chance to be successful.

The kids held themselves responsible for not making the playoffs last year, and that gave us an opportunity to compete for the tournament championship. They took it upon themselves to make sure they got better.

We were hoping to play at home so friends and family members could see us. If they want to support us, they're going to have to go to a little warmer weather.

It's always great. It gives us a chance to see how we match up with a variety of teams in a single day.

It's a reward to our kids for their hard work for the last 115 or 116 days. To be able to play a championship game at their home place, they have earned the right to play it, but they haven't earned the right to win it.

We've been able to grind out this long season and make a few shots and get some defensive stops.