When it was time for parent-teacher conferences, I remember that I was always embarrassed about what my parents would hear about me!

I looked up to my parents because they were very successful in what they wanted to do. I was lucky; I didn't have to look far for role models.

I always try to take from past performances. You never try to get too high or too low. Just play every game, just treat every game like it's the same.

I attribute much of my success in New York to my ability to understand and avoid unnecessary distractions.

I think it comes easy to work hard. I was always taught, don't short-change yourself. Keep working to get better.

I think when things linger, that's when they become a distraction. I don't want any distractions.

When it was time for parent-teacher conferences, I remember that I was always embarrassed about what my parents would hear about me!