We were always playing against each other and we used to have intense rivalries, especially back in basketball where we used to get after it. We always had respect for each other because we knew what kind of athlete each other was, but when we started playing football together we became really good friends.

That is not a huge deal to us, the streak I guess. Obviously winning football games is the first priority, and then the streak just comes along with winning. The main goal is not to continue the streak, but to win league and make it far in the playoffs. That is our goal.

We used to go after school every day, before and after sports practice, and we always played football in his backyard.

It's always been football and basketball and finally when hockey starts winning, we get a little bit more attention. I think the guys are really enjoying it and I think we're using it to our advantage.

We have some guys who understand what it takes. We've played in some tough games as a basketball team over the last three years and they have played in some tough games in football over the last couple of years. They understand what it takes.

We've got a terrific basketball operations group, ... That is what these guys do well. My job is to put in my two cents. Where I weigh in more is in the business side. I'm learning a lot. The basketball operations guys have welcomed me into the decision-making process. I think, over time, I will develop a keener eye for talent. I care a lot about character. I just see myself playing a supporting role to what they do and keeping an eye on what they do.