QUOTE SHEET
Real Monarchs SLC 1-0 Fresno FC
Chukchansi Park; Fresno, California
October 13, 2018
Real Monarchs SLC
Interim Head Coach Jamison Olave
On the win:
“It was very important. We earned the right to play at home. We ended the regular season with some ups and downs, but we earned the right to play at home in the playoffs.”
On Adams’ winner:
“It was a great goal! I didn’t see the ball until it was in the net. I’m happy for him, I’m happy for the team for the way we won today and I’m very proud of the guys.”
On having a home playoff game:
“We went a couple of games without winning. Now, we’re winning away with two wins in a row. With our first game in the playoffs at home, it’s all about confidence. The guys believe in the game and believe we can win it all.”
Midfielder Charlie Adams
On the win:
“It’s very important, especially mentally as we head into the playoffs. Now we keep the momentum going into the playoffs.”
On his goal:
“I just saw the ball pop out from Justin [Portillo’s] free kick and just thought I’m going ot hit this first time. I trusted my technique and luckily it came off.”
On the team’s confidence:
“We know the quality in the group and we know what we can do. We had a dip in form and now we’re back at our best and now we’re confident and that’s the main thing. The mentality is right and we’re confident to be our best.”
