Quotes by Pat Bowlin

“We werent as sharp as we have been, but the defense was great today, especially on the line.”

“We were much better at getting after loose balls. The defense came through.”

“Jake had some of the most powerful runs Ive seen him do. Early, he wasnt hitting the hole and I pulled him aside. The next play, he made a huge run n the kid was challenged and answered it.”

“I challenged the team. I told them to go out and prove theyre ready for tonights game.”

“What a tremendous accomplishment this is. We felt like we were going to have a great year, but this has already exceeded what we thought. ... To win and HVL championship is pretty special.”

“I think this game is going to help us. It was exactly what we needed. We were on a roll and had some easy games. This was our wakeup call. Well get better because of this game.”

“(We) have been real consistent lately. Jenny (Gilbertson) might be our leading scorer, but you cant focus just on her. There are four other players that are averaging double-figures and a couple others are getting awfully close.”

“They didnt miss (Montgomery). She wasnt open.”

“Our defense is really coming on. Thats going to carry us in the playoffs.”

“I absolutely could not be prouder of my daughter. But, at the same time, I am not surprised. I have seen her play through injury and illness before. She is one of those kids that a coach hopes for.”