My life has been centered around sports. It is where I have met my closest friends and shaped the values that have made me a successful athlete, student and role model for young people.

Dad was the pitching coach, while Mom was the emotional supporter. Her unconditional love was great, and she wanted what was best for me.

It is one thing to play for your university. It is another to play for your country.

Have unconditional love to your children no matter what happens. Give them time even in the midst of this busy life - be one on one with them.

I'm living a dream. I hope in 10 years people will know me as a gold medalist.

I do my job on the mound and then do what I can at the plate, always working on helping the team anyway I can.

I didn't really get into boys until my junior year of high school, when I had my first boyfriend. But for the most part I was always playing sports, so I was too busy for them!