I've kept to myself, I've put my head down. I've gone to work. And I have felt undervalued.

I think, over the years, I've earned the respect of my teammates as someone who first got on the scene and wasn't internationally ready and has just continued to put in the work.

If you have a dream, it's definitely achievable through hard work, through dedication, sacrifice, everything.

I went from a player who was never fit to a person who actually worked hard to get myself in shape.

This is my journey. If I fall, I have to pick myself up. If I'm not getting the playing time I want, it's up to me to figure out why.

I don't put on makeup when I'm getting ready for a game, because why would I? I am gearing up for battle. How is mascara or eyeliner going to help me win?