Phil Thomas
Phil Thomas
athletes bring contest game good hard start
That's going to be a real good contest because they're good athletes and always well-prepared. They're very disciplined, bring a lot to the game and play hard from start to finish.
adjustment experience hole left losing skill starter
There's no adjustment you can make for losing someone like Ashley. It wasn't just her skill level, but her experience as a three-year starter that made her valuable. It's left a big hole for us to fill.
physical
It's very physical and it's better defensively than it has been.