(Jaxon)
After we left the locker room, we were led into the media area. Reporters were waiting, cameras set up. My teammates went in with me, all of us still excited from the win.
The coach took the first few questions, talking about how hard we played and how proud he was. Then it shifted to us.
“Jaxon,” one reporter said, holding up her mic. “How does it feel to lead your team into the finals?”
I leaned forward a little. “Feels good. We worked hard for this. Everyone played their part, and we’re ready for the next game.”
Another reporter jumped in. “You had a lot of pressure tonight. Frost Ridge is tough. How did you stay focused?”
I glanced at my teammates. “We trusted each other. That’s what kept us in it. We stuck to the plan and kept pushing.”
More questions came, and I kept m
