Ben Smith
Ben Smith
canadian directly goals good mistakes team tough turn
This Canadian team is too good for us to make mistakes that turn directly into goals. That was a tough way to start.
coaching score
I think, when you don't score on the five-on-threes, from the coaching standpoint, you really feel haunted.
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I think we need more women in our leadership positions. I hope that day is coming, and I hope it comes soon.
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I think anytime you can give yourself flexibility in this type of an event, it just gives you a way to take care of the unexpected.
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I think it's a good thing for them to keep up. It opens your eyes to different aspects of biology.
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It isn't the same game it was four years ago, or even one year ago. We're a much different team, and the Canadians have made changes as well. The rest of the world is getting better every day. You've got to meet those challenges head-on, or you're going to get caught from behind.
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I was a little concerned that somebody we consider a pillar on our team wasn't ready when the bell rang. It was one of those, 'All ashore that's going ashore,' and she wasn't ready to go.
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I think they're ready to except the responsibility of being the leaders of this team. The natural feeling for players is to hang on too long. But time marches on. We're setting the clock to players that are playing at the highest level right now.
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Well, you saw why she's here. She's one of those players that's scored in every sport at every level she's played at. She's always had that particular knack.
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That's as tough as it gets. She just missed out. Talk about resilient. I've probably had to cut her more times than any player I've been around, and she just keeps coming back.
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I love Franklin Field; I'm hoping this protest will drawn national media coverage.
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They jumped on us quickly. It seemed like we were caught uphill right off the bat. They defended beautifully, blocked shots, made it difficult for us to get a foothold.
stay today
I didn't see any podiums out there today so I think we'll stay calm.
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Hopeful is how I'd put it. January was warmer than I would have liked. But the buds are still tight and closed, so that's a good sign.