What we worked on this summer was our vertical. I don't have great size. But these girls can get off the ground.

I've told the girls we have to remain focused. We're still looking for a little respect. One way to earn it is to beat the defending champions.

There is a need in the community to become united. There is a lack of knowledge of other cultures that we need to work on.

She was very upset. She kept saying, 'Oh my God, oh my God, I can't believe it.

The kids believe we can take it a step further this year. At the same time, we don't look too far ahead. We have to prove ourselves each match, set new goals and achieve them.

I never believed kids playing year around would make a big difference. Boy, was I wrong. When I start talking technical stuff, these kids already understand.