Every day I look for ways to be inspired, to learn and to grow. And trying to be the best for my kids, my husband and my family. One thing I really wanna do is being there for my kids, be part of my siblings and my parents.

I played soccer because my friends did. Besides we got sodas afterwards.

I learned a long time ago that there is something worse than missing the goal, and that's not pulling the trigger.

I know I wouldn't be here, and all of us wouldn't be here, without certain sacrifices and certain stands that people have made -- not just women, but men stepping up and supporting what we do and how we do it.

The vision of a champion is bent over, drenched in sweat, at the point of exhaustion, when nobody else is looking.

Many people say I'm the best women's soccer player in the world. I don't think so. And because of that, someday I just might be.

I play for the intense challenges that the game on the highest levels present. The whole team enjoys playng exciting soccer for the fans and my part in that makes me feel good about myself. The whole concept of teamwork is what keeps us all going. It's my role to create scoring chances, and to come through for my teammates is extremely satisfying.