I am not the type of person who expects things given to me. In fact, I prefer for them not to be, believing that by developing grit and facing challenges with grace is what helps me to continue to grow as a student, an athlete, a daughter, and a friend. By facing challenges in my personal life and athletic career, I have learned what it means to work hard and demonstrate work ethic on and off the court. I believe my athletic talents are gifts that I am to grow by being faithful and responsible to myself, my team, and my studies. Part of being responsible with my talents is having a positive, coachable attitude, knowing that regardless of the trials and tribulations that life will sometimes throw my way, good character, honesty, bravery, and doing the right thing define who I am.