Sept. 9, 2004

Q: Are you expecting playing time, being a freshman?
A: Yes, so I can change up the game.

Q: What do you feel sets you apart from other members of the team?
A: I am a fast learner. I have great experience on the field that I hope will help the team. Plus, I am a very fast runner.

Q: Being a freshman, is there any intimidation factor when you play upperclassmen?
A: A little, but I like it.

Q: In what ways do you feel intimidated and how do you get around it?
A: The girls sometimes don't think I know what I am doing and I like to prove them wrong. I try to see what the other player is going to do and beat them to it.

Q: Why did you choose Mizzou over Texas and Kansas?
Right when I got here, I knew this where I belonged!

Q: When choosing Missouri, what was your decision based on?
A: Seventy percent was based on academics, the rest hinged on playing soccer, the environment, Mizzou traditions and the soccer girls.

Q: When most people think of women's soccer, they do not think of it as a contact sport, but it can get rough. Would you classify it as a contact sport?
A:Oh, most definitely. To be successful, you have to get in a win every ball, that means going for the ankles, shins, knees, whatever you can do to win that ball.

Q: If it is so rough, why do you enjoy playing?
A: I am a very competitive person. I don't let the roughness determine if I play or not.

Q: How have you adjusted to living in a different state and away from your family? And does soccer help dealing with homesickness?
I keep my focus on soccer and not think about being home. I also have some people make me feel comfortable when I start feeling down, like my big sis Elyse!

Q: What is the biggest difference in play from high school to college soccer?
College play is a lot more physical and fast.

Q: How do you feel you are adjusting to the switch?
A: I have already adjusted to the fast pace by being on my club team. The physicality, I'm still working on.

Q: What techniques are you using to help you make the transition?
A: Working hard in the weight room to build more muscle.

Q: What goals have you set for yourself this year?
A: Newcomer of the Year in the Big 12.

Q: What do you feel is your greatest asset - what unique element do you feel you bring to the Mizzou program?
A: My greatest assets are my speed and my strength during throw ins. I also play a fast paced game. I hope help bring take this team to the next level.