Jim Smith Great Quotations

We thought this is a great way to start some real connections, to have kids on the same bell schedule.

I saw so many positives out there tonight. And Louisburg is a good ball club, and I think we are a good ball club. The atmosphere was great and the stadium is great, but my focus was on the kids. We are going to see it on tape, and we'll get it fixed.

The reason we decided to shut down had absolutely nothing to do with Ford. Ford was more than gracious in their offer to back us for the 2006 season. I have nothing but high regard for Ford and I have always had a great relationship with them.

On a Tuesday night, two struggling teams, you've got a packed gym. You don't get that many other places in the county. Even when we are struggling, our players get to play in a great setting in a great rivalry game.

Following a comprehensive, top-to-bottom review of the 2003 season with our ownership group, we are pleased to announce that Greg and Robert will be Crew coaches for the 2004 season. We continue to believe that they are well-suited to lead the Columbus Crew and provide us the greatest opportunity to succeed at this time.