John Petersen
John Petersen
both exist explained few goodbye humane invited layoffs morning needed office package past planned position rumors time
There've been rumors of planned layoffs for the past few weeks. Kara invited me to her office this morning and both her and someone from HR said my position didn't exist anymore, and they explained the severance package to me, and the package was very generous. Kara made it as humane as possible. I had as much time as I needed to say goodbye to my colleagues.
boat definitely expected finding goals internal last similar weekend
We expected to do well, and I think we executed what we wanted to do. Our goals were similar to last weekend -- definitely finding that internal boat character.
ball controlled extremely improved shooting sure time
That sure didn't help. Indianola is a very improved team. They were shooting the ball extremely well. They controlled the game. Every time we'd make a spurt, they'd have an answer.
contacts program
Lisette really has made the program a success. She has the enthusiasm, know-how and contacts to get things done.
boats edge extremely keeps people seat trying water week
I think this week is going to be really competitive between our boats on the water and extremely focused. There will probably be some lineup switches, some seat racing, and trying out some new guys, which is good, because it keeps people on edge a little bit.
boat definitely difference expect next shifting trying
I expect the same for next weekend; it definitely makes a difference to have your boat together. However, there is something to be said for shifting things around and trying new options.
creativity enthusiasm impressed record
I was impressed by his enthusiasm and creativity and the record he had.
boat expectation focusing guys internal worrying
We were focusing on our own boat and not worrying about the other boat. Guys had an expectation to find an internal rhythm, a boat identity.
ball disrupt great job ran team tried turning
We ran about every press. We tried to disrupt them. They did a great job as a team in not turning the ball over.
family happy home hope last life months nice smooth transition
It's nice that my family got to be part of it. I'm just happy to be home and hope that there will be a smooth transition for everybody. It's been a different life for the last 14 months than we're used to.
game league nobody team wins
It's a team game. Nobody in this league wins with one player.
ball controlled extremely shooting time
They were shooting the ball extremely well. They controlled the game. Every time we'd make a spurt, they'd have an answer.
felt lately struggled tonight
We've struggled lately from the floor, but tonight they felt good.
ashamed
We're 8-3. That's nothing to be ashamed of.