I started playing soccer when I was 4 because my sister was doing it. It was my first organized sport, and my parents thought this was a great way to get coordinated and be part of a team. I had an array of options but eventually figured out soccer was best for me.
If you have people invested emotionally in the success of their team, that usually translates to strong attendance.
I'm lenient when it comes to nutrition rules. I enjoy cooking and baking in general, and I just try to eat whole, clean foods. I try to stay away from processed or boxed stuff - but that's not to say I don't eat that from time to time. I really like making Asian noodle salad and also make soup a lot, like tortilla soup.
Your No. 1 priority as a defender is to keep the ball out of the back of the net.
I drink coffee every day, either espresso or cortado, which is two shots espresso and steamed milk.
I would say I eat pretty clean for the most part. Everything in moderation. I don't deny myself.
I think soccer in America is growing exponentially, and it's just going to keep getting bigger.
I'm from Georgia and grew up eating Chick-fil-A. I'm obsessed with all forms of fried chicken, like chicken briskets and chicken sandwiches.
I have a ton of broken baby hairs in front. It just comes with the territory of being a soccer player.
I actually don't wear any makeup when I'm on the field. I like looking nice, but my main concern is how I play - to me, if you look and feel good, then you play good. On the field, I only wear Coppertone Sport SPF 30. I like it because it feels like I'm putting on lotion rather than SPF.
For me, it's really important to take care of my skin. Especially because when I see someone, and they're just so fresh and beautiful, you always notice their skin first. So having a really good skin-care regimen is a must. I just wish I would have started taking care of my skin earlier!
