In truth, 2007 was the hardest year of my life. I lost my best friend. I lost my father.

Unfortunately, people think I'm negative and bitter all the time, and that's not the case.

There are no shortcuts. If you feel good, you'll look good, you'll play good. Work hard every day. No matter what your strengths and weaknesses, there's no substitute for hard work.

She [my mother] struggled, abusing alcohol for quite some time, and so we just kind of drifted apart. I went to college. But I dedicate the book to her because she is the true champion of the family. She kept our family together. She provided us with a roof over our head. She always worked.

I like to read books and be alone; I'm not social butterfly person.

Every athlete acquires routines as a way to help control nerves.

I just want to stay in my hotel room, read my book. I enjoy that private time.