We got really pounded on that road trip. I got thrown out of a game and I think that was a blessing because after that we really came together.

Like I said (Friday), they're all locked in. They know that their backs are up against the wall and they're coming out swinging.

Once we found out Chico won, that really let the wind out of our sails. We thought we were the best team all year, but now we have a bitter taste in our mouths for next season. I'm proud of these guys, all of them. They all grew up this year.