The first game against them was a game that they controlled. They played a top-notch game and we got a little intimidated. We never quite recovered from that.

The first time we played them, their attack was pretty darn effective. They scored seven goals and made it look pretty easy. We didn't play smart, strong or quick enough to compete with them.

The goaltenders stood strong and kept it a tie. Give Brown a lot of credit for playing a great game.

The game was superlative and we gave a great effort. I saw tons of character with a sprinkling of frustration at the end.

All I ever saw Sarah Russell play was forward. I asked her two days before the season started, 'What are your thoughts about playing defense?' and she said, 'Oh I love it, I've played it all my life.' But she has wonderful stick skills and an innate confidence as a competitor, and she was clearly one of our top defensemen all year.

Games are decided on special teams. Ultimately, we lost this battle against BC, and we want to improve that against Maine.

I didn't think at any part of the game we really brought our A game. We kind of hung in there and showed some heart, but at no point did we really control the game.

They have to motivate themselves. I will remain very positive about their commitment to the team. I am not going to single anyone out.

They were penalties I could live with. Sometimes you go in strong and draw penalties. The ones that drive coaches crazy are the hooks from behind.

They beat us to rebounds on a few goals. Even so, we never quit.