We had our best half of basketball all year. Our defense was outstanding. We started to go a little individual in the second half.

We played very good team defense, especially in the first half, but on offense it was just the big three for us. We didn't get enough guys involved. They have to look to score.

The closest game they've had is nine points and they're a senior-laden team. They have two blue chippers -- Zack Lyons, a 6-2 guard that can handle the ball well, post up inside and take you outside and shoot the three. Jay Meyers was the quarterback on their tradition-rich football team. He's 5-11, thick and can score inside and out.

I give Ironwood a slight edge. I admire these kids. They're always working on their game. They've got a good group and can put five quality players on the floor and anyone of them can score when they need a score, or lead them in scoring.

We've seen all the teams once. We have some of the better teams at home this time. We're looking at that No. 2 seed in the regional.

We needed more offense from Cory and he'll do better away from the pressure of handling the ball all the time.