I think after that the coaches started realizing that I could hit. I didn't change anything. I got Coach [Adam] Shorts to look at me and adjust some of my techniques, but I didn't really change anything.

It's great. We've got three good starters (including junior right-hander Matt Smith), and he's a solid No. 2 hitter. He laid down a couple of great bunts (Tuesday). I feel like we have a complete team again.

My curveball was actually a strike about 80 percent of the time. The umpire had a high zone and I think that helped me a little.

Last year I really had to step it up for the team and for myself. I think last year it really opened things up for me and showed me how it is, and now I'm like a veteran.