We know what we need to get done.

We have more power hitters and more consistent hitters than we've had in a long time. That takes so much pressure off of you (as a pitcher).

It was pretty easy. At the quarter pole I had a lot of horse. I never hit her.

Patients find respect and a comfort level here. The majority of people who come here really struggle with just life. Imagine what it's like to be tense all the time worrying about everything constantly.

Before, we were just working with about 24 cities, which included fire districts within the four counties. Now, it's broadened the geography. . . . We could get right into the edge of Weld County.

This year is very different.