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" It's all about balance and, I think, being in the moment. "

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Believe In Yourself

" There is nothing better than to make it to the College World Series. All of the extra reps in the weight room, all of the early morning practices, and all the hard work spent the entire year makes it worth it. "

" 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. "

" Whatever I am doing at that moment, I want to make the most of it. "

" When I was a kid, I dreamed of using a bat with my own name on it. "

" 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. "

" Running a marathon is something I've always wanted to do. "

" From what I hear, it's a normal thing to feel guilty as a mother, especially when trying to fill the needs of a newborn along with maintaining what you had with your first child. "

" Softball has given me so much in life. It's taught me the kind of person I want to be, and given me a sweet sisterhood. It even led me to my husband. "

" When I was 12, I had a coach tell me I would never be a championship pitcher. That devastated me. I was crushed. "

" You don't take a class; you're thrown into motherhood and learn from experience. "

" I'm playing first base and pitching and hitting. I feel like I'm almost better than I've ever been. It's like, 'You're going to walk away like this?' "

" A miracle is really the only way to describe motherhood and giving birth. It's unbelievable how God has made us women and babies to endure and be able to do so much. A miracle, indeed. Such an incredible blessing. "

" I've faced more than 35 major leaguers, and only two have ever made contact against me. "

" It is incredible how far women have come and women in sports have come. "