Beijing, September 15 – Comments from coaches and athletes of Canada and the United States after their quarterfinal match.

Daniel Snow (Head Coach of CAN)

On players’ age:

“Our players are older as they are better than our young ones. The younger ones need training and more practice. The old are in better shape and work harder.”

Jeffrey Christy (CAN)

On his dancing-like warm up:

“Because of my height, and the way I stand, I have to make sure that my muscles are warmed up.” (He shakes his body to warm up before the competition.)

On his defensive posture:

“I squat on the floor while defending because of my height. It helps me move faster and helps me change position easy.”

On his profession:

“I’m the manager of Targe Equipment, which makes equipment for goalball players such as eye-shades and trousers.”

Michael Joseph Lege (Coach of USA)

On opponent:

“We have met Canada many times. We have had many good matches befire. We are very familiar with each other.”

On no goals gained from penalties:

“Our shooting was not good. Canada defended well.”

On team performance:

“I am very proud of the players. They knew exactly what they should do. They have solid defense. We led twice today, which made it possible for us to focus on the attack.”

Tyler Walter Merren (USA)

On three goals in the first half:

“It was exciting. Canada is a very strong team.”

On impression of Beijing:

“It’s very beautiful. The people are friendly.”

On his life:

“I have my family, study and training. I have a really busy life.”

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