I think I have always wanted to tell stories. My mother was the real catalyst. I kept talking about it and so she pulled out a story I wrote (and illustrated) back in elementary school. She used that as proof that I should be writing and had been doing so unconsciously for years.

The best part of being a pro is being able to travel around the world. I have met so many incredible people and experienced different cultures all through sport.

I love meeting new people; I think everyone has a story to tell. We should all listen sometimes.

For me, setting and description is a challenge. I always want to get that part just right, and sometimes the words won't work.

I think in most sports sometimes you need a little luck for the ball or calls to roll your way.

My greatest achievement so far is that I've been able to continue with my normal life. I love what I do, but more so, I'm glad to have people who care about me close by.

Dialogue saves me. I love writing the conversations between my paper people. For some reason, that is the easiest thing for me. It's like I am a transcriptionist for the voices in my head. I can hear them talking (mentally) and have a gift for getting it on the page.