#MambaMentality #ThanksKobe #GirlDad #24 #8 #Family In a time of such disbelief and loss of words, it’s hard to say anything substantial. That’s why most of us can’t put many words together that are worth sharing. But the more I watch the tributes, hear the stories, and realize the extraordinary impact Kobe Bryant made on this world, the more inspired and compelled I get to speak up. Playing professional soccer for my hometown is a dream come true. I have tremendous pride in representing Kansas City in everything I do. I love competing. I love grinding and showing up everyday and putting my body on the line. I love pushing my mind farther than I thought was possible. Kobe represented all these at the very highest level. I also embrace the pressure of being judged by performance. As an athlete, most of the time we’re judged by successes and failures, winning and losing, stats, awards, and championships. I’m ok with that, it’s what I signed up for. Kobe was too. However, more than an...