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    He's comfortable down there he's improving all the time. The big things now are to improve his balance, his footwork, his skills and confidence down low. But he's a hard worker and when you work that hard you have a chance to really gain expertise in certain situations that much faster.

    I'm a basketball coach. I'm going to coach next year. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to do it in college. But if I have to coach sixth-graders, that's what I'll do.






    I think its more pitches than it is ballpark. If you make good pitches, you have a chance to get ground balls. You have a chance to keep guys from centering the baseball.

    We figure 7 p.m., people can get there of all ages, they get to the Kohl Center, they see us play some games and have some fun, ... When most people see us only during a game, where it's more intense, and they get a chance to see everybody, plus we get some students out there. They shoot half-court shots, three-point shots, free throws, a chance to win some contests.


    We understand the emotions. Field's is a great name and a great tradition and it was a hard decision for us to make. But the truth is, Field's business has not been good and we think we have a chance to revitalize those stores as Macy's.




    I've worked with many directors, good ones and bad ones. So if I have a chance to work the good ones, I better put myself in their hands, and trust them, because that's my big opportunity to be different, and to be better than usual.

    Lorenzo and I had a great conversation. I told him that I didn't think that he got an opportunity to show the coaches and the world the type of running back and football player that I think he has a chance to develop into. I saw it a lot this season, and after the season I told him I thought he should stay in school.


    This was the first time they felt no pressure. They were really loose because right now there's not a person who says we have a chance against whoever we can play.

    It's important for guys who haven't had a chance to play to get to play, ... In times like this, especially. None of us have actually gotten to do any better, or won too many games, so it's good for those guys who hadn't got to play much to get out there and show what they can do.

    As long as we're working hard and playing within our system we should be able to get scoring chances with him out there at less than 100 percent. But we're going to be really very, very careful here and make sure that we give him a chance to assess where he is, both psychologically and physically, before we even contemplate putting him back in.

    After they got that score we started to play like I know we can. We had some good chances. But I have to give a lot of credit to Heritage. Every time we play them they find a way to get the job done.

    They were in a hurry-up, and that did slow it down and give us a chance to huddle, and we kind of came together as a defense. But you don't want to see that because somebody could get hurt.



    It's a big event and an opportunity to support basketball in Mississippi. We're always looking to play a high level of competition and this also gives you a chance to play in the coliseum before the State Tournament.

    The last three games we got three points. Our concern is we want to continue playing well. The number of chances we're creating again and shots we're getting is the game we want to play.


    I think we have a chance after this tournament, I hope, that we'll continue to make some progression and get better for the stretch here at the end of the season. I think these kids can do that.

    The fact of the matter is we need to find a way to (win). I don't think we want to find a way. Do we want to dig deep down and find where our pride is Do we want to be considered a team that wants to have a chance to make the playoffs Not win a championship team, make the playoffs. That's sad to say.

    We had to work hard for our first two or three goals and then we kind of broke it open. We were only leading 3-1 at halftime but we kind of picked it up in the second half. We were able to get everybody involved and give everyone a chance to shine a little bit.

    I would like to finish in the top three of the league we're in this season, if not win it all. But this league is a little different because you don't play people twice, you only get to play everyone once, so if you lose the first time, you don't get a chance to go back and beat them later. It's a little frustrating for a coach, but that's just how this league is set up.

    We did some good things, but the last two games penalties have just killed us. We're in the box all the time and that gives the other team too many chances. They got three or four power plays in the third period and finally got one. Then in overtime, we have a 4-3 advantage and they score -- that's unacceptable.

    This is where our extensive testing process comes into play. Sure, it takes us longer to get the games out there, but we have the benefit of knowing that each game will feel and play like it should. Now, I'm not saying that all of our games will be completely bug free, but the probability is definitely less. Of course, if there is a problem, we'll handle it in a timely manner.

    We are in a period when old questions are settled and the new are not yet brought forward. Extreme party action, if continued in such a time, would ruin the party. Moderation is its only chance. The party out of power gains by all partisan conduct of those in power.

    Guys were playing with a lot of inspiration out there. It was nice to see. We've played better than our last five-game record. We know we have to play like this every night in order for us to have a chance. But you don't want to get into the habit of losing, no matter how hard you're working.

    Whenever I get a chance, I still find a song I can still relate to. I was in my early 20s when (the Uncle Tupelo) songs were written. As the years go by, it gets a little harder to relate to songs that were written so long ago.



    I kind of thought I might get traded, it was not a total shock. I'm very excited to be here, getting a chance with very good players. I think I try to give offensive support but don't be too much of a liability on the defensive end.


    It was a good game for us to be patient with the basketball. It gave us a chance to be patient on the offensive end, and the girls did a good job with that. We were able to get a big enough lead to do that.

    You have those nights, but we haven't done anything different on the power play in the last two games. We've had the same number of scoring chances. The puck has just found its way to the back of the net lately. The good thing is the effort has been pretty consistent.


    Losing the first period 3-1 was an irritating factor to me. We had some chances to score and there were some things that were out of our control. Those are the factors that we want to fight and we will fight. Everyone in the dressing room is going to fight together. We dont want to accept mediocrity.


    We were trying to take a little bit of the edge off, give everybody a chance to relax. It's been a good hard week with a lot of concentration. We figured we'd lighten up a little here and be ready to go tomorrow.

    We had to. You have guys that tweak a hamstring and walk off the field. But any time you've got to be helped off the field, you're not going to be making your next start. There's no reason to take a chance on hurting him and pushing that. That to me was no question. There's no way in the world he's going to be able to go in time.

    First of all, he throws a hundred ... Secondly, he's learned to spot his fastball. He's got a good slider, too, but in the last couple years, he's learned to paint the corners with his 100-mile-an-hour fastball. If you're doing that, guys don't have a chance. I know it's hard to control your fastball sometimes, but he's found a way to have consistent mechanics to be able to paint the corners with his fastball. That's why he's dominating so much right now.

    I am looking forward to these two weeks with the squad. It's not often we get a chance to have our players for an extended training camp prior to a friendly, so from that perspective, this is a welcome opportunity.

    Sean Burke was a huge idol of mine as a kid, so I was really excited to play against him. I'm excited every time I get a chance to play right now. It's a new experience for me.

    While I regret that you have not adopted what was included in the letter of appointment. I have decided not to exercise my authority under the Basic Law, and instead, out of respect for the democratic process, to enable you to take the full opportunity to assume responsibility. I will give you the chance to present your government to the legislative council for a vote of confidence.



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