That helped a lot. I know what mindset I have to be in. It feels pretty good (to be one win away from states.) I have to stay focused through my semifinal match.

I thought I was in better shape. He had so much weight to cut. I thought that if I got him into the third period, I could get him.

I didn't (expect to be 44-0). I just wanted to go to state. The record was never a concern.

It's tough. A lot tougher than last year. That puts some more pressure on you. You've just got to try and put it out of your mind.

It probably helps that we know each other so well. But it hurts you a little, too. I just need to go out and wrestle as hard as I can. If I do that, good things will happen.