It's better to get in the market now before being crowded out later.

We played solid defense and we mixed it up, going from man to zone and back. We ran the floor well and executed our offense. We had Lincoln a little confused and out of their rhythm and they committed some turnovers. We were able to do some good things with the ball.

He said it's longer than what they say it is.

It's ABC baseball — get 'em on, get 'em over and get 'em in. Our pitching has come around pretty good. Our infield is pretty solid. Everything is coming together pretty good.

They outplayed us and they wanted it more. They played with more heart than us — bottom line.

The night before, I'll lay out the makeup I want to put on: a brow filler, a lipstick - there's a NYX red one that looks great with those Team USA uniforms - and my lashes.