When you train six to seven hours a day to be the best in your sport, you don't want that to be overlooked. I don't train for my looks.

I still think there are some pitches in this pitching arm, so I will continue playing with USA Softball, but knowing that this could be the last time a softball player stands on the Olympic podium and has the opportunity of experiencing this - it was emotional.

I can't tell you how much I respect all the single parents out there doing it all solo.

The main thing is to win. You just try to keep your tunnel vision on to get the team the win.

Try not to get lost in comparing yourself to others. Discover your gifts and let them shine! Softball is amazing that way as a sport. Everyone on the field has a slightly different ability that makes them perfect for their position.

I had the vision of creating my own camp to make sure I was teaching the campers what I wanted. Plus I picked other players that were good on the field and off so we could be great role models for these girls to look up to. I hope to inspire others and encourage them to go after their dreams.

Throwing a ball is not natural, whether it's overhand or underhand.