Jennie Finch

“There is nothing better than to make it to the College World Series. All of the extra reps in the weight room, all of the early morning practices, and all the hard work spent the entire year makes it worth it.”

“I'm pretty adaptable and can adjust to any environment.”

“I blame and credit my brothers for my competitive fire within me. Growing up, I lost at everything! My brothers are quite a bit older - 10 years and 5 years - so it was a challenge, but I have some of the most amazing memories with my big brothers.”

“Growing up, I looked up to major league baseball players, and now these young women have amazing, incredible women all across the board, from swimming to gymnastics to softball to basketball.”

“I can't tell you how much I respect all the single parents out there doing it all solo.”

“You don't take a class; you're thrown into motherhood and learn from experience.”

“Although it is disappointing that softball was not reinstated into the Olympics, we are going to continue to keep growing the sport.”

“A miracle is really the only way to describe motherhood and giving birth. It's unbelievable how God has made us women and babies to endure and be able to do so much. A miracle, indeed. Such an incredible blessing.”

“Try not to get lost in comparing yourself to others. Discover your gifts and let them shine!”

“Try not to get lost in comparing yourself to others. Discover your gifts and let them shine! Softball is amazing that way as a sport. Everyone on the field has a slightly different ability that makes them perfect for their position.”

“I'd love to have four or five kids.”

“Running a marathon is something I've always wanted to do.”

“I love the Olympics.”

“There's nothing better than working up a good sweat.”

“It's so empowering to see yourself as a machine.”

“If I'm with my sons, I want to give them 100 percent. Whatever I am doing at that moment, I want to make the most of it.”

“It's all about balance and, I think, being in the moment.”

“It is one thing to play for your university. It is another to play for your country.”

“I love to run. I was challenged to run the New York marathon four months after having my youngest son, and since running isn't a big part of softball, the thought of a marathon was a stretch for me.”

“It is incredible how far women have come and women in sports have come.”