We on the coaching staff have told our players this is the time to play our best ball if we want to repeat last year. We have been getting better and I am excited for them.

For a coach, this is always a tough time as we realize we are not going to have these guys around much longer. It is also tough for the parents as well. It is just a special time.

I've been waiting for this a long time. I'm just excited and ready to get out and play this game. It's a lot different in college, and I've learned a lot this fall and throughout the year.

It was time for us to make a play.

It's not time to push the panic button. We just need to play the full 60 minutes.

I've realised over the years I play my best when I have time to prepare for each tournament as best as possible.