It was hard. I came to grips with a lot of difficulties that I've overcome. Each challenge kind of makes you who you are. It wasn't always a good thing. I have my own struggles in my life because of the things I was forced to overcome.

I put all of my energy into building the game and giving women opportunities and, to put everything into it and then to be deemed selfish or not a good team player or outspoken, it's been hard. But at the same time, I'm going to get the critics and I know that.

You're always going to survive the pain of loss. I can live with that confidence inside of me.

I've had marriage proposals, invitations to military balls and even a few prom offers from 18-year-old boys.

I carry my iPod everywhere. My favorite group is the John Butler Trio, an Australian jam band. The lead singer and guitarist writes amazing lyrics.

It's clear that women athletics are pretty far behind in every way. In terms of facilities, how much we make, everything.

Female athletes are supposed to be toned down. You're always supposed to talk about the team and never stand out.