East Aurora handled our trap (defense), and they went to the boards. I knew we had to play well (to win). We knew they were an improved team.

I really think that we lost this game in the first few innings. We did a nice job getting people into scoring position, but we didn't come up with the hits when we really needed them.

We had a couple of opportunities, but give Kelsey Ruitenberg credit. She made some nice pitches and got a couple of strikeouts when we had a runner on third.

She's back in her element now and she's happy, has a smile on her face. She's not one that likes to sit and watch, she just wants to get out there and play.

For a bunch of young kids, I thought we played real good. We had opportunities. We had a chance but just didn't come through with that key hit.

Over the next three years, we're basically going to attack every part of West Circle Drive.