31.   Bradley and Russell were waging an intense competition for a starting position, a job that Bradley won when Russell was forced from the lineup with a broken ankle.

32.   But after Rongen departed, Jair lost his starting position.

33.   But Bibby insisted that no starting positions have been determined, at least until he watches his players practice.

34.   But goalkeeper Ian Feuer, who regained his starting position after more than two weeks on the bench, prevented the Clash from capitalizing.

35.   But Lacher is eager to regain the starting position.

36.   But once Pechstein moved into starting position, Niemann put her right index finger to her lips to quiet the crowd.

37.   But it is clear Gil will get first shot at the starting position.

38.   But no matter where the starting position is, figuring out the weather will be vital.

39.   But the sophomore is eager to show he deserves his starting position.

40.   Carmelo will move into the starting position.