A macho attitude is totally to my advantage. Guys try to hit it 400 feet out of the park, but in softball you have to use a short, quick swing. Big, huge swings equal big, huge strikeouts.

Growing up, I looked up to major league baseball players, and now these young women have amazing, incredible women all across the board, from swimming to gymnastics to softball to basketball.

I get has been great. It has opened so many doors for me.

My goal is to never lose. That may not be realistic, but I'm going to try.

You have been doing something that has brought you success, and you are in the playoffs because you have been doing some thing right.

I try to squeeze in a workout whenever I can, even if it's doing squats with my 7-month-old in the kitchen or jumping on the trampoline with my 5-year-old.

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.