Quotes from Xavier
8/29/2008 12:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
Aug. 29, 2008
FORT WORTH, Texas - The following are quotes from head coach Dan Abdalla and players following TCU's 3-0 win over Xavier Friday night.
Dan Abdalla
"I was impressed with the effort and that it was consistent with last Friday night. I was a little scared coming into this game, but I thought we came out sharp and matched their energy level. Overall, I thought we came out with intensity and am happy with the things that we were able to accomplish."
"I thought we were much more organized. It was a physical game and I thought our girls handled it well."
"I think the nice thing is that we have three or four girls on this team that can score at anytime. I was very happy with the number of scoring opportunities we created. I think it is kind of like a domino effect because everyone is going to open someone else up to score."
"It was a huge boost to have Michelle Nguyen back on the field tonight. I was extremly impressed with her attitude and willingness to get back on the field. I think that shows the mentality of this team in that players want to get back on the field and compete."
"I thought Kelsey Walters did a good job of controlling the backline and communicating with the team tonight. She came up with a couple of saves that we needed her to. She is playing with a lot of confidence and the team knows that."
Lizzy Karoly
"This feels amazing. This whole season is so different and the mindset has completly changed. We are wanting to win and we are not going to let anyone stop us."
"Jordan is amazing and is awesome to have up top. I know she is always going to be in the box, so I am always looking for her. She is just an amazing player."
Caroline Starns
"This game we wanted to test ourselves both mentally and physically and we are just eager to play well and stay calm."
"We are really excited, but we can't get too excited because its only the first two games. If we keep the momentum going and stay focused, working on everything we need to in practice, then I think the sky is the limit."
Jackie Torda
"This feel great and being at home is the best feeling ever. I think we are starting in the right direction."
"Our defense has been solid and we really can't ask for much more then a shutout, but also our attack has improved so much from last year, which helps out a lot. Overall, it looks promising for a good year."
