The curling team had not fared well to that point. There was no definitive end in sight, and we had to make a decision. Had we stayed with the curling match, we would have missed the first five minutes of the hockey game.

He's the classic case of just dogged determination and perseverance. He's stuck to it and has been able to accomplish that. That's his dream. That's his passion. That's what he lives for and he's been able to do it. Not many people get to that spot and kids need to hear stories like his.

I earn my money here in Framingham, and I spend my money here in Framingham.

He was antsy before we went out and couldn't hardly sit still. But for the first time out, he had some good stuff. It was a good start, but he knows there's some room for improvement.

We've learned that people want to get as close to the Games as possible.

(The deputy) said it looks more scraggly and thinner than it did, ... That’s even more dangerous because he’s probably hungry.