We have the core of kids coming back. We can be more competitive this year.

You look at the kids, they're really committed. They put in a lot of time in the summer. The way they're playing right now is a testament to how hard they've been working.

He'll be here every time. He doesn't miss practice. He's just one of those kids you know is going to be successful.

The best thing it does for us is it gives us confidence. The other thing is we hit the ball extremely well down here. ...I think four of our five games we had double-digit hits.

He definitely keeps the crowd involved in the game and I think that makes a difference on why people want to be out here.

We gave the game away.