Anytime you play a cross-town team, people like to consider it a rivalry. We tell our kids to be competitive. If we lose 5-0, we have a lot to work on. If we lose by a smaller margin or pull off a win, we know we're doing well. (Playing UPS) is a great measuring stick.

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Our goal is for our programs to move to the next level. (Having a sponsorship deal) allows us to do things that we wouldn't be allowed to do – like travel more. Everybody has to take care of the financial aspect.

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We approached (PLU athletic director Laurie Turner) about it and she was for it. It's good for each of our programs.

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