They are young but they at least know how to play the game so you don't have to go over all those fundamentals as much. But I look forward to it that just means I have several more years to work with them.

208

Because we felt Freedom was a little weaker we tried a few things we wouldn't normally try in a close game. You have to see how your runners are going to do in these non-district games. The hit the ball well and they listened well.

190

I expect that from her, and her play on first today was great. She's a good kid and a great athlete.

184

They really gel well together. The best part of a freshmen team is that they are all freshmen. They're in class together. They play well together because they get along well.

156

I knew Bethany could produce for us. Last year she was my No. 2 pitcher, and she was young. She's improved a lot. Her batting has gotten a lot better too. I know she can do a good job.

145

Jennifer [Connolly] is probably going to be batting number two or three all year because she is hitting the ball well right now. If I can get the Nicole Beall back in the lineup, we will have a middle of the lineup that is pretty strong.

141

I think this year we're going to have to focus more on our defense. Our pitching is strong, but not as strong as it was last year.

136

I feel really strong about the infield I'm thinking about having. I feel good about my outfield too, I just don't know who that's going to be.

108

I think it's just going to be a sprain, possibly to her right shoulder. She's going to ice it tonight and the trainer is going to look at it again tomorrow.

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