It was a big thrill for them. I took a peek up there after I crossed home plate, and they were all jumping up and down. It was great.

It's a big ballpark. He took a little off down over the plate, and I really got great extension on the ball and I was like, ?Man, if that doesn't go out, I might have to consider hanging it up.

It was a total surprise. I had a place to live in Louisville and everything. It was a shock. I just have to get as ready as I can and try to stay up here for a while.

I was already set up with a place to live in Louisville. All that is put on hold.

It's great. I had no idea why they called me in [Friday]. It was like they dropped a bombshell. I took the scenic route, but I'm really excited.

The big difference is I feel like a winner. I got crushed against Mississippi State. It is a big thrill. I'm on cloud nine right now, and I'll stay there for a while.