The league had personality. People are attracted to unique personalities. We certainly had plenty of that.

The mentality of this team is to look at any situation like this and just step out with a determination to win the day, and that?s what they did.

I could see it in their faces and eyes before the game started, there was that additional focus and determination to win this game today. You don't always get the breaks, but I knew they would do everything they needed to do to win it.

Hope just has a very complete game, and her kicking game is fantastic. She one-bounced one to the German goalkeeper on a 120-yard field. If she can get the ball there, we can be attacking in their penalty box off a flick.

Canada finished fourth in the 2003 Women's World Cup and have continued to improve the quality of their team since that time. The rivalry between the U.S. and Canadian teams makes each team stronger. This match will help both teams prepare for Women's World Cup qualification in November.

I know I can take my kid out to a hockey game whenever I want. I got three (tickets) for $45. You can't get one in Detroit for $45.

I had to punch it out right to the line but I was lucky I drew the one alley and didn't have to do much work early.

I'm not naive. This team exists for one reason %97 to win championships.

Nothing like that exists on the men's side. You just can't last that long.

They'll be a great challenge for us as we're only just starting to come together.