Played Junior season with a screw in her foot: 21 goals, 25 assists. Career totals: 94 goals, 41 assists. #Resilient
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Join the CompetitionI love the competition and the feeling I get when I’m on the field. Soccer has taught me how to work hard, push through challenges, and trust the people around me.
My biggest inspiration is my family. They have been beside me through every challenge, injury, setback, and comeback, reminding me that giving up is never an option. They have seen the tears, the hard work, and the sacrifices that happen behind the scenes and have always pushed me to believe in myself.
One moment in my journey that makes me proud is returning to the field after having surgery on my foot and playing the season with a screw still in it. The injury was one of the hardest challenges I have faced in soccer, not only physically but mentally. I had to work through the recovery, trust the process, and stay focused on my goal of getting back on the field. When I was finally cleared to play, I knew I wasn’t returning as the same player. I was stronger and more determined.
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