Quotes from Hope Solo

I think the concept of seeking fame and fortune in women's football in the States is a bit idyllic.

When I did 'Dancing With the Stars,' everyone in Hollywood was saying I had too much muscle.

I am proud of who I am, and nobody's going to steal that.

I have an attitude. It's what I do. I'm edgy. I have an attitude.

One thing I've learned through all the ups and downs is that if you're doing things right, then you have a core group of people. Not just a core group like your homies or your buddies, but a group of people that has a good influence on you, who you respect and admire, and you know that if they're on your side, you're doing something right.

There are no shortcuts. If you feel good, you'll look good, you'll play good. Work hard every day. No matter what your strengths and weaknesses, there's no substitute for hard work.

True heros are made of hard work and integrity.

I think at an early age I learned not to judge people.

I think it's my personality to overcome things, learn from them and become stronger, both personally and professionally.

Everybody should be affected by their own realities in their own lives, their own struggles in their own lives. It makes us who we are, and we all know that.

When the Olympics and World Cups come around, that's when you see the real outpouring of support that there really is for female football.

My entire purpose is trying to be the best in the game, and if that exudes beauty too, that's pretty powerful.

I like to read books and be alone I'm not social butterfly person.

I've been through a lot of things in my personal and family life. That turned me into a fighter. I always strive to be the best I possibly can.

I hate the cliche of 'just have fun ' but what I've seen in today's sports, especially with parents, is they put so much pressure on the kids.

I don't need a captain's band to lead a team to victory.

With each year that's gone by, and as I grow up and get older, I've become more mature, of course, but you have a sense of who you are, and you find confidence in that.

You're always going to survive the pain of loss. I can live with that confidence inside of me.

I have a problem with players who don't take the loss personally. At a professional level you should - it's our job, it's our livelihood, it's who we are at this level. Every loss should be taken that personal.

I'm just going to embrace every experience.

Being responsible and taking care of your body is truly how you make your pay cheque, how you excel and succeed in your lifelong goals, so for me it's just an everyday lifestyle.