Mark Grote

I mean, we had expectations that we could, but we did.

And I'm honored to just be a part of this.

Sometimes when someone who's hit as many home runs as you have Vinny, you know when it's gonna be a special day I saw you bunt on your first pitch.

So what were your thoughts your emotions heading into this one?

I'm pretty sure everybody knew how I had been hitting so far in this tournament.

And we scored more than them tonight, and that's the goal, and I'm super proud of this team.

I know how much pride you take in your defense, Vinny, as well.

What did that mean to you?

Woo!

For the captain, for the captain.

Celebratory.

Your defense, Vinny, all over the place last night, doing the splits last night, and then again today.

What is the result?

What is that the result of in terms of all the work that you put in?

I'm glad I was able to help contribute, especially when I wasn't doing anything offensively.

And I'm just really happy.

Finally, Vinny, you're one of the many Italian-Americans on this team, but I thought it was very poignant that it began with Aldegheri on the mound and ends with Quattrini.

Right.

What have you learned about the Italians who have come over and joined this team and now wear the same jersey as you?

They're not scared.