1.   And I enjoy the preparation and getting ready for practices, relationships with players and coaches.

2.   Backyard home run derby has given way to days and nights of Nintendo, Sega, roller hockey, and getting ready for the next soccer season to begin.

3.   I have enough concerns about boxing out and running the floor and getting ready for conference.

4.   Laird said he will conduct business as usual, turning in his reports to the parent Los Angeles Kings and getting ready for next season.

5.   Loyola Marymount is considered a contender in the tournament, while Pepperdine is a long shot and getting ready for next year.

6.   Some already were getting ready to pack up and drive home.