Fifth-year Brandon Valley coach Matt Christensen explains how his No. 1 Lynx reached the DakotaDome for a second straight season and sixth time in 10 years. This time, in a rematch of last year's final against No. 2 Lincoln. Among the topics:

• The Lynx powerful running game and stout defense
• Quarterback Briggs Knutson's reture and what it brings
• Right guard Hudson Parliament's dominance
• Keys to beating Lincoln
• Message to team