Try not to get lost in comparing yourself to others. Discover your gifts and let them shine!

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 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 loved being on the field playing and teaching softball. I didn't like the fact that a camp had my name on it and I didn't know the logistics of what was going on. I wanted to make sure I was involved in a camp that did things right.

I blame and credit my brothers for my competitive fire within me. Growing up, I lost at everything! My brothers are quite a bit older - 10 years and 5 years - so it was a challenge, but I have some of the most amazing memories with my big brothers.

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

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