I definitely had to pick it up and be a leader out there.

He was challenging me to do a better job.

Last year, they took our chances away for the championship. We’re going to be really fired up.

Our press really pumps us up, especially when we get some stops. I think it really set the tone for the rest of the game.

In a game like this, every little thing matters. If a few people are having bad games, different people have to step up. Any one person on our team can score and be effective.

It’s always a big relief. Everyone expects us to get to state, but to actually be heading there now is really exciting.

I know now is not the time to keep your head down. My teammates and coaches picked me back up.