My junior year, we played Fort Thomas in the championship game, and that was a lot of fun. I really enjoy the tournament even more now. Even if I wasn't coaching in it, I'd be there watching it.

This was very important. From now on, every game has to be played like it's a championship. Every game. ... It feels good to get back on the winning track.

It was the most physical game I've played in since the sectional championship against Linden (last year). There were elbows everywhere. I'm just beat up.

He was really hesitant at first, but as the year went on, he became a very important part of our team.

Last year, dealing with the championship game and the 15-1 season and all the hype and everything that went with it has definitely helped him deal with what's going on now. He feels and looks like a six- or seven-year guy.

It might have been the best game he has played all year.