We try to limit the keeper's ability to see the ball on those direct kicks. Daniel has the freedom to do what he wants with it. His job is to get it on frame.

He has had some ups and downs. Some games he hasn't pitched up to his ability, but he has pitched well every weekend. He knows if he's pitched well or not. He doesn't let tough losses get to him.

We feel comfortable and have more freedom once we have runners on with the plays we can run. If we get a couple runs it's a little more assuring knowing that he's up there competing and we have faith he's going to get the job done.

That's great for the Colonial conference. It's also great for mid-majors. I'm really happy for Mason.

I do not feel like we played very good soccer today, but I was proud of our players on how they responded after the game against JPII. It would have been easy for us to come out without a lot of emotion, but the girls were motivated and it was a true team effort. This was a big win for the Ooltewah High School soccer program today. The girls should be very proud of themselves.

Their keeper is tall and athletic. He was getting a lot of the balls in the air.