Oct. 10, 2003

Q: How do you think the preseason Brazil trip has helped prepare the team for this season?

A: "It was a lot of fun. It helped us grow individually and as a team we learned from each other. It was a learning experience."

Q: What are your goals for this season?

A:"I want to improve as each game goes. There is always room for improvement and I think I can learn from each game."

Q: What are your expectations for the team this season?

A:"To do well. We've started off rough, but we are a good team and we will work through it. I think we'll finish well in the Big 12."

Q: What is the hardest part of being a college athlete?

A: "Time management is so hard. Balancing academics and sport is hard because you're so committed to practice and traveling and juggling academics."