We're not thinking about being PSAC champs or winning the national championship right now or going undefeated. We need to keep our heads on straight.

Absolutely, we were nervous, especially hosting this tournament. It was a tough time. I didn't want to walk out on the team, but at the same time we had issues we had to take care of. I thought we were patient and in the end everybody got a little bit of what they wanted.

I know we're explosive. I thought beforehand that this could end up being a four-goal game.

Something like this can never be construed as good news. Nike is out there winning the battles and winning the wars, but who cares? It's not providing the robust growth we'd all like to see.

I was more thinking about winning [than hitting the home run], but after the ball game it was the best feeling in the world. I can't even describe it.

That No. 1 spot is big right now. It's not an easy trip down to Booneville, and winning the conference will give us a bye until the semifinals. The fewer trips we have to make to Booneville, the better.