It will come down to who hits some shots and rebounds the basketball. I don't think there's any secret to either of us as far as that goes.

We felt that she is a outstanding player. She is competitive, tough, a leader and can play the point guard position - which we need.

Our won-loss record is not what we'd like, but we've been very competitive. Our game with the Gophers showed that.

We made the Gophers work for it. I don't think it came that easy to them.

She's just an outstanding coach and not just from the Xs and Os. She understands the players. She's dedicated herself to her school and team. Before she hangs up the whistle, there will be many more wins.