Quotes by Lisa Fernandez

“Its going to be everybody against us. Thats how it is. Thats how it was last year, thats how its been this year.”

“You can feel people eyeing us when we walk into a gym, you can feel the tension and you know its going to be a (great) game. Its amazing to be 17-1, but every game is so demanding.”

“Its very disappointing, because it could kill the dreams of millions of little girls who hope to compete in our sport at the highest level. Its hard to see something that has proven itself in the Olympic movement and see it snatched away without any reason.”

“I cant even imagine not being in the same state, the same city, as him.”

“I look forward to every midnight feeding, every 3 a.m. feeding. As much as people complain about waking up and staying up all night, I wouldnt change it for the world.”

“You learn discipline, about preparation, teamwork and succeeding.”

“Ive overcome a lot of adversities including a coach who told me when I was young Id never make it in the sport.”

“We want to tour the country and teach people about the sport and raise awareness.”