“They’re targets, they’re competitive and they’re young.”

— Robert Wood, chef, Lawrence

“I think aggressiveness is contagious.”

— David McMahan, odd jobs, Lawrence

“Location, location, location.”

— Randy Fitzgerald, construction, Lawrence

“I don’t think they’re the problem — other teams are jealous and it’s stressful. I think they’ve been picked on because of their success.”

— Michael Carter, chef, Lawrence