I told the girls before the game that starting off strong could be a key. I thought Mexico had a little advantage having won in this sectional last year and having all of their starters back.

The girls never quit. We knew if we could get it down to 10 going into the final period that we would have a chance.

I thought the girls played well tonight. We didn't handle the pressure as well as I would have liked, but they played well.

I thought our effort was definitely there. Our girls worked very hard. This is always an emotional game.

We didn't do a very good job of moving and screening and we were stagnant out there. We contributed to our own problems. They did a good job isolating (Fugate) and she played a tremendous part in this game.

I think the team that plays in the opening round has a little advantage in the semifinal game. District play is a totally different atmosphere and it certainly took us awhile to adjust.