We're hitting the ball. Just not at the right times. We haven't been able to put together a combination of hits in the same inning.

We're keeping everything positive right now. I think that is more of a ... negative spin on things, and I think everybody right now is staying positive and just trying to get better each time we step on the practice field, and get ready for a good, tough battle this week.

That was trademark Eddie right there. He's as good with the ball as anyone in his age group.

Certainly, we have come a long way since 1913, the year Illinois women won the right to vote in municipal elections. But as with all things, there is always room for improvement and growth.

The Steinbeck Tournament (in Salinas April 15) was big for us. It seemed like we started to click. I think the girls knew what was at stake if we didn't fare well.

We've cut down on our errors. That's been the key.