Hard Quotes

Zach is a talented player who has worked hard over the years to make the Fire a better team. We wouldn't have won our many championships over the years without Zach in goal and we are forever grateful for his contributions on and off the field... We respect Zach's decision and wish him continued success in his career. - Peter Wilt

Zach ended the conference season with a save percentage of 90 percent. I am very happy for Zach. He has worked hard and deserves this recognition. - Larry Kupczyk

Yvette was outstanding. If Jessica and Kristy were healthy, it would be hard for them to beat her. - Byron Knox

Yury, Jim, Susan, I know it's a tough day. I know it's hard to say good-bye. - Frank Culbertson

You've still got to play. I told 'em at halftime if I see somebody out there not playing hard, they won't be out there for long. - Mickey Hardy

You've seen a general malaise in consumer enthusiasm to shopping at malls, so that's been a contributing factor (to lower department store sales) and there's also a bit of malaise in terms of interest in leading (department store) brands. That might be because department stores are getting a little stale and they lack freshness. - Richard Church

You've really got to grind it out all day to do anything against D.J.. It's hard to get your hands free against him. - Kevin Corrigan

You've lost your earnings catalyst so we're moving away from the second quarter. With the economy moderating you're looking at earnings estimates that are too high and have to come down. - Richard Cripps