That was all it took to get a spark going and let our kids know that this game wasn't over and we were still in it.

We had that game won after the first half. I told these kids that if we can hold them to a 0-0 tie at half, our best performance has always been in the second half.

The fact that our kids can get statewide recognition from a small school in a new program bodes well for our future success. It sets the bar pretty high for us to maintain that level of competition, and I know it's something we can build on.

I don't have anyone on this team who works much harder than Cesar - ever. When he controls the midfield, we control the game. He was right there at the right time. If we want to talk about destiny for the season - that was it right there.

To receive that accolade as a coach makes me feel good, but I realize I wouldn't have gotten that recognition without the strong kids, good parents and support from our school board and administration.

We won it with possession, superior forward play and grit at the very end. Our conditioning really paid off.