Misty May-Treanor

I would like to instill in people just to work hard. As long as they keep at it, their dreams will happen.

I don't want to be put on a pedestal. I want to be known as a nice and normal person, but my skills are a little more excelled.

I used to hate planks, because I could only hold them for about 20 seconds. I'll never be like, 'Yeah, I'm so excited to do planks!' but I find that I don't hate them as much anymore.

Mentally, the only players who survive in the pros are the ones able to manage all their responsibilities. Everybody struggles in different ways.

I think to have the skill set and the ability to physically help others in matters of life and death must be incredibly empowering.

My style is Edie Sedgwick meets Grace Jones, or Audrey Hepburn meets Salt 'n' Pepa. Strong and feisty but still classic.