When the Olympics and World Cups come around, that's when you see the real outpouring of support that there really is for female football.

You know journalists. You know the media. They are going to hang on to anything negative they possibly can.

I always just had a dream to spend more time with my father. But at the end of the day, my mom was the one who kept me in soccer,who kept me doing my homework, who provided me with meals on a daily basis.

My entire purpose is trying to be the best in the game, and if that exudes beauty too, that's pretty powerful.

In front of the world, all of a sudden I'm a great athlete and I'm put into an environment with 25 other women and I'm expected to go to team meals, team functions.

I've been through a lot of things in my personal and family life. That turned me into a fighter. I always strive to be the best I possibly can.

I think the concept of seeking fame and fortune in women's football in the States is a bit idyllic.