Postgame Quotes From NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament First Round – Ohio State Buckeyes
12/2/2005 12:00:00 AM | Women's Volleyball
Dec. 2, 2005
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Postgame Quotes From Ohio University vs. Alabama
Ohio State – 3, Marshall – 0 (30-25, 30-26, 30-22)
Ohio State Quotes
Jim Stone, Head Coach
On the match
“I think it was a good win for our team. We have respect for Marshall and we were very pleased with how we performed.”
On the mood of the team
“In the opening match of the NCAA tournament there are always going to be some nerves but I think we came out and played well.”
Danielle Meyer, sophomore, middle blocker
On Ohio State’s play
“Well it always helps when you have an All-American setter and that opens up many options for your teammates.”
On tomorrow’s match with Ohio University
“It is going to be a big battle and we’re excited for it. There has been some talk and we’re ready to get out there tomorrow. There should be lots of energy in here.”
Marshall Quotes
Mitch Jacobs, Marshall head coach On Marshalls growing success “I just want to say how proud we are of this team and to play in the NCAA tournament. This is something the seniors couldn’t fathom or believe at the beginning, but we created a successful program and hope to go further with it.”
On Ohio State’s execution
“We didn’t play the offense we are capable of. Ohio State kept putting pressure on us. They did what we did to other teams earlier this season. I give Ohio State credit. They got into our heads and took advantage of that.”
On Ohio State
“Ohio State is a fast starting team. They start so well and we’d get back into the game, but again I give Ohio State credit. We wanted it but couldn’t side out and that is not the formula for success.”
Kelly-Anne Billingy sophomore, outside hitter
On playing in the NCAA tournament
“It was bittersweet because this is the last time I will play with the seniors. Ohio State played hard tonight. We had fun but would have liked a better outcome.”
On next season
“We have to get excited. For the sophomores we know we have at least two more years. I am excited to see how we will do starting with day one in the spring. Hopefully we will make it back to the NCAA tournament.”
Katie Stein senior, setter
On playing in the NCAA tournament
“Ever since my freshman year it was a dream to play in the NCAA tournament. It was bittersweet to end my career here. It would have been nice to do some damage, but I am proud of the team’s success and look forward to see how they will do in the future.”
On Ohio State
“When you play Ohio State you can’t relax and let down. We did that tonight and that is what killed us.”
On the future of the team
“This team has so many amazing players. They will keep getting better and have a lot of potential to get stronger every year.
Postgame Quotes From Ohio University vs. Alabama
OU – 3, Alabama – 1 (28-30, 30-18, 30-22, 30-23)
Ohio Quotes
Head Coach Geoff Carlston
On the match
“We’re pretty excited to be in the Sweet 16, happy to get out of here with a win.”
On the difference between the first and the next two
“In the first game we served safe and then in the next three games we got very aggressive. Early on we missed some digs and we got key blocks late in the match.”
Julia Winkfield, senior, middle blocker
On being in the NCAA for the first time
“The first time we played here we were nervous and let the other team control tempo but today we were more focused.”
On the crowd
“They always push me and make me play hard. We get some great crowds back at home but it was great to see the support we had here today.”
Savanah Parra, junior, setter
On a behind the head kill she had during the game
“The behind the head kill is something I save for special occasions and I felt it was time to use it.”
On being in the NCAA tournament for the third time
“We all understand what is at stake here. The first year we were all bright-eyed and happy to be here but now we know we can do much more.”
Alabama Quotes
Judy Green, Alabama head coach
On playing in their first NCAA tournament
“I’m proud of the University of Alabama. It’s a fine institution. We’ve taken an enormous step and gained valuable experience from being here for the first time.”
On Ohio’s experience in the tournament
“Ohio’s experience showed on the court. They stayed composed in Games Two, Three and Four, even after losing the first. We had the task of defending Ohio’s offense, but their experience definitely played a factor in their victory.”
On what it takes to win
“I was thrilled to take this step into the tournament, but I was not pleased on our execution. Emotion does not win games, execution does.”
Kelly Potter senior, outside hitter
On taking part in the NCAA tournament
“I am so happy to take part in the tournament. I wish Alabama the best in getting better and better.”
On what Alabama proved this season
“This year we showed who we were and that we can beat bigger teams.”
Bridget Fuentez sophomore, outside hitter
On playing in the tournament
“It was a great opportunity and a great tournament. I was not pleased with our performance, but this will make us hungry to win next year.”
On next season
“We’ll just take it one step at a time and start from there.”
