I felt that I had a good, smart race for sectionals. I felt that I didn't over swim it and I felt confident that I could make it (to state) again. Yeah, it feels great going down again.

This time it feels like I belong there and I'm supposed to be there.

When I started on the club team, I was the slowest person out there and never imagined that I could ever be good. I was able to stick it through and push myself and that's how I got where I am now.

Last year it was just a shock that I was going, because I didn't make the cut (my sophomore year). For my junior year to make it to state, it was a great feeling.

I think I came through with a decent race. I'm not thrilled with it, but I think it was a good effort. It was representative of where I am today. I was a little sick last week and this is a good first race back.

The challenge this week will be to get faster and figure out how to close the gaps. (The race last week) was an eye opener. They will make the biggest change.