We have a lot of motivation. We're currently No. 1 in the country and for some guys, it's the last swim of their (regular season) college careers.
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When he gets going, everyone just kind of falls in (rhythm) with him and he just brings out the best in people. Being as relaxed as he is, I didn't think he'd get as fired up as he does for competitions.Nort Thornton
(To win) we need to make our best times, but this meet will also be determined a lot by the people who get second, third and fourth because that's more points that we can take away from them.
Nort Thornton
We swam great. That was about as good as we could hope for. Both relays we were worried about. To win the medley was a big one, and then the 800 was a big swim for us to set a school record. It's just one day out of four but it's a good way to start off. We're hoping it carries over.
Nort Thornton
At the beginning of the year, I felt we were a good team with the ability to be great. I still do. We just need to push a little harder.
Nort Thornton
We may not have won, but we had the highest number of improved performances this week.
Nort Thornton
He's an amazing kid, ... He's a really good team person. He's always helping people. He's got only one B since he's been at Cal. He's an impressive young man. He's a good person, a leader.
Nort Thornton
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