That midseason, end-of-season type of slump we had, we kind of took that time off. But now we've come back from that and we're playing hard, and we had to earn this win tonight.
The kids got the whole feeling of being inside that big-time place. That's something they all worked hard for, and to see them down there enjoying that time and enjoying that moment. Only eight teams around the whole state get to do it. It was good to see.
It won't be easy, but it's up to us to turn it around. It's time to go back to work.
Nikki is a kid who has battled injuries her whole playing career here. She has never been like, 'I've got to take time off. I've got to be a starter.' Exactly. She just goes in and does what is asked of her, plays and has fun, and I think her best playing days are ahead.