Quotes by Melinda Fischer

“Offensively I thought Tricia, Randi and Stacy had a really good day. We did some nice things defensively, but our three, four and five hitters really struggled putting the bat on the ball. Plus our bench didnt really help us today and thats something that weve been able to count on usually.”

“Amber has definitely come through for us with some key hits. She really has helped us offensively.”

“Creighton has won the (Valley) tournament the last three years, and thats huge. We need to be ready for anything once we get on the field on Saturday.”

“In high school, they relied a lot on the bunt and the slap and could beat it out consistently. In our game, people can defend that. Shes had to really work on that third dimension, and thats hitting away, and shes done a great job with that this year.”

“She has really been able to guide them through some things and been very patient. You cant expect somebody whos never been in our program to come in and get it right away. Theyre going to keep getting it all the way through the season. Shes been real patient and been a good leader.”

“She would be an awesome coach. Shes creative, shes inventive, shes thrifty, and she can think on her feet. I think that makes for a real viable coach and a real viable educator. You can make adjustments. If something doesnt work, youre able to do something else that works better.”

“It was really exciting for us to get our bats going like we did today. Everyone really contributed today. Weve been focusing on getting in the box and getting a pitch you can do something with and we really did that today. And we keep reducing our strikeouts with is nice to see.”

“Amber had a great week. I cant remember any other freshman having as great of an impact as she has from a hitting standpoint. Shes done a great job for us, and I think she takes a lot of pride in her ability to help us out offensively. She prepares really well and this is a great honor for her.”

“Shannon really pitched well today. (Jenna) Hall is just a tremendous batter. Shannon gave up some hits, but she was able to do was keep the ball in the park and that was key.”

“Were definitely pleased with the outcome of todays games. We started out a little tentative, but hopefully well be more relaxed (today) and well be able to get a bat on ball.”