I have no personal beef with Brandi Chastain. There's nothing personal.

I know that I'm breaking down barriers. And I know that in the end I'm doing a great thing.

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

I know I can't dance. I am the worst dancer. I have no rhythm. I just do step-and-snap. I love it in the privacy of my own home and every once in a while at a club. But singing and dancing are my two greatest fears.

People didn't put pressure on me. I just played for the love of the game.

One thing I’ve learned through all the ups and downs is that if you’re doing things right, then you have a core group of people. Not just a core group like your homies or your buddies, but a group of people that has a good influence on you, who you respect and admire, and you know that if they’re on your side, you’re doing something right.

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