Now that the dust has settled on a dismal performance in Houston, it’s time to look back and highlight a few areas of concern. A game like this can be considered “a game to forget,” but it is important that it is not forgotten and the team learns from its early mistakes.

Defensive Issues

Bear with me, this could take a while.

Awareness and communication

One of the most important parts about defending at a high level is staying focused and being aware of your surroundings. It seemed as if the Five Stripes defensive unit had a few mental lapses in concentration on Saturday, which really put them in a hole they weren't able to dig themselves out of.