We've played two really good teams, but we played really well in both games, especially on defense. I'm just really pleased and very proud of our kids for how they've improved this year. From top to bottom, the girls have improved in every game they played.

We did see a lot of teams that pressed this year, and our guards have improved their decision-making under pressure as a result of that. I think that experience will help (the guards) a lot.

How well Sterling and Gonzales play, especially shooting the ball, will be a factor. If they can knock down some shots, we'll be in great shape.

The difference in the first two rounds and this round is like night and day. The pressure goes up, and so does the level of your opponent.