Milwaukee Wave Fall Short

The Six-Time Champion Milwaukee Wave's season comes to an end after losing two games out of the three game series against the Baltimore Blast.

The Wave defeated Baltimore in game two, 8-4, which advanced them to the third game of the series. During this 15 minutes mini-game the Wave ended up falling short and losing to the Blast ending their season. Final score Milwaukee Wave 1, Baltimore Blast 2.

Head Coach Giuliano Oliviero on...

Game 2 and 3 of the Baltimore series...

"I thought we did a great job in game 2 of the series playing start to finish. We played with a lot of energy and heart. The players delivered the game plan perfectly. When you fast forward to the 15 minute mini-game anything can happen. I thought we dominated the mini- game as well. The Baltimore Blast are the defending champs for a reason and they found a way to execute it. You have to give them full credit. We wish them all the best in the championship."

The season as a whole...

"We've made a lot of changes to the roster this year and could see the progression the players have made. We really came together as a team and bonded. I am disappointed we aren't playing in the championship, but I couldn't be more proud of the players on this team, their ability, and how they came together. They played their hearts out in front of our fans."

Midfielder, number 26 Ian Bennett on...

The games against Baltimore...

"In the first game we had control of it and let it slip away, but knew we had to come back and play the second game to win it. We did what we had to do in the second game that advanced us to the mini game. In that game we fell short a little bit. I definitely didn't have my best performance today and I want to apologize to the team. It's a learning curve. Hopefully we'll fix it for next year."

The season...

"It's been a good season. We started off a little slow, but at the end we came together as team and as a family. We had a really good season and honestly were the best team but we just let it slip away. I'm proud of the guys. Everyone stepped up. I just want to reiterate I'm sorry for my performance, but next season we'll be ready to go."

Giving thanks...

"Thanks to the coaching staff, the fans, the league, and the players. It was an interesting and exciting year, hopefully it continues."