University of North Carolina Athletics
Post Game Quotes
November 23, 2002 | Women's Soccer
Nov. 23, 2002
Tennessee Post Match Quotes
Coach Angela Kelly
"I'm really proud of our young ladies. They worked extremely hard and they did everything I asked of them. I am proud to be associated with this group of young ladies."
"I thought we played a solid first half, but I thought the second goal before halftime was the difference in the game. It really took the wind out of our sails."
Coach Angela Kelly On Carolina, Anson Dorrance:
"Carolina is Carolina. They wear teams down. I helped create the beast, and if I can't win I want Carolina and Anson to win."
"(Anson) cultivates individuals, he teaches girls that it's OK to battle. He teaches you to create your own philosophy that is always changing, because as soon as you think you've learned everything, that's when you let your guard down."
Forward Kim Patrick
"It's good to be back here, not much has changed. I wouldn't have asked for any other team to play but Carolina, and I wish them the best."
Defender Jen Laughridge
"Everyone knows about the Carolina tradition."
"They are really quick, they have great team speed, especially in their front runners. The speed is what sets them apart."
UNC Post Match Quotes
Coach Anson Dorrance
"I'm happy how the team bounced back after falling behind. I thought we played sloppy early, and that indicates panic. But to get two goals before halftime was crucial."
"I thought we were able to wear them down with our depth. I was thrilled with the lift that (Leigh Blomgren) provided at the end of the first half - her play was very important."
"We still have to find a way to get (Catherine Reddick) up front, that still has to be in our game plan."
Coach Dorrance On Tennessee, Angela Kelly
"Angie played with an undeniable passion (while at UNC), and I think she's been able to establish that in her players. They (UT) compete, they don't quit, and I think that's a Tar Heel quality."
Forward Alyssa Ramsey
"After missing two sitters, it was a big relief to get a goal. Everyone up top created great opportunities. They provided great balls and some great finishes."
Alyssa Ramsey On the pressure of playing with a deficit
"I don't think there's any extra pressure, except that we wanted to win for the seniors. I thought we were playing well early, it was just a matter of time before we finished."
Midfielder Catherine Reddick
"After all the hard work (Alyssa Ramsey) had done, I didn't want to waste it by not scoring."
Catherine Reddick On returning to the team
"The team accepted me like I'd never left, and I'm glad I could still fit in - I'm glad I could come in and help out."
