The Dirty Dozen

Didn't realize that after this morning's win we were in the Sweet Sixteen, or the Elite Sixteen as it is known in AAU (due to NCAA copyright, no doubt!).

Another win this evening: MV Eclipse 52, Florida Wildcats 35. That puts us in a group of 12 remaining teams. The Florida Wildcats are one of three teams staying at our hotel; they were gracious in their loss and seemed happy to have gone as far as they did. Our nine girls continue to battle it out... a bit more like themselves during this last game... still struggling at the post.

Hannah has reloaded with carbs at the Olive Garden and has her feet up with a bag of frozen peas on her busted toe. You'd never know how painful her foot is by the way she is hustling and taking care of the ball. Go little guard, go!

Tomorrow at 8:30 a.m. we face the Minnesota Lady Monarchs.

Stayin' Alive, Stayin' Alive

MV Eclipse 48, Motor City's Finest 42.

We are still in it, but doing it the hard way, fighting our way back through the "losers' bracket." That means we have to play--and win--twice a day instead of once. Still, it's nice to get that second chance after a disappointing game last night. The girls played better this morning, but still aren't at the top of their game, as they were Sunday in our final pool play contest. Hopefully they will find their groove and stay there.

Next game: This evening at 5:15 pm v. Florida Wildcats (from Tampa?). Go Eclipse! Bring on the Knight Fever...