Becky Sauerbrunn Professions : Soccer playerBorn : June 6, 1985 Browse All Authors Top 32 quotes by Becky Sauerbrunn Julie Johnston is what I would call a loud central defender, as far as how she tackles and how she plays - you notice her. And you notice her in a positive way. She's a destroyer. She interrupts plays and tackles the crap out of people. That's a very visual thing. Becky Sauerbrunn youpositivepeopleway If I could play a game and not have to tackle, I know that I did everything right. I organized everyone the right way, read every play the right way. Becky Sauerbrunn gameknowplayway Soccer, more often than not, helps to unite the world. What this Muslim ban is doing is dividing it: separating 'Us' and 'Them' to another degree, adding more division to a country that already struggles with race, religion, sexual orientation, and gender. Becky Sauerbrunn gendercountryworldreligion When I represent my country on the field, I do so with heartfelt gratitude to the people who fight for and defend our fundamental freedoms - to believe in whatever I want, to love whoever I want, and to be a valued member of society while doing so. That's the America I play for. Becky Sauerbrunn fightgratitudelovepeople I play for the America that embraces refugees from war-torn nations, for the America that welcomes all people who want the chance to experience the American Dream, for the America that appreciates the contributions from all the people it shelters. Becky Sauerbrunn american-dreamexperiencewantpeople Soccer is an uncomfortable sport. You're running; you're getting tackled. Becky Sauerbrunn youuncomfortablerunningsoccer A man's foot is wider, so when I would wear men's cleats, my foot would be sliding inside of it, so it's nice to be secure because then your body's not compensating, and you're not getting injuries. Becky Sauerbrunn injuriesyoumanmen A lot of young women play soccer, and it's wonderful to give them something to aspire to. Becky Sauerbrunn somethingwomenyoungplay That's one of the best parts of my job. I love interacting with the community, getting out there and getting to know people and making bonds with the community. Becky Sauerbrunn bestcommunitylovepeople The toughest part of my career was at the 2011 World Cup and 2012 Olympics and wanting so much to play and physically contribute - but having to understand and realize that it's just not my time. Becky Sauerbrunn realizeunderstandtimeworld When it comes down to it, it's about putting the players on the field that will be the best 11. Becky Sauerbrunn playersdownwillbest At the Olympics, I'm representing the United States as well as the town and people who helped shape me. Becky Sauerbrunn wellwhomepeople Similar Authors Alan Mullery soccer-player Bojan Markovic soccer-player Brad Friedel soccer-player Brian Owen soccer-player Brian McDermott soccer-player Brian Clough soccer-playerAll Authors
