Dear Teammates,

Through 5 a.m.'s, overnights, tough workouts, and push ups, you guys became so much more to me than the group I competed with. You became my family.

College is a time where you find out who you are and what you stand for. You all taught me what I am capable of and how to believe in myself. You taught me that hard work and determination pay off. You taught me that morning practice isn't that bad when you have a great group of people out there with you. And interval workouts aren't so tough when everyone is rooting for you to do your best.

They aren't kidding when they say how time consuming college sports are. But I wouldn't have wanted to spend those days with anyone but you guys. Even though they were mostly spent sweating our butts off. Those nights in hotels and hours in vans and evenings spent bonding over lasagna getting to know one another is time I will always cherish.

I became so comfortable with you all and felt a true bond between all of us. I am so blessed to have you in my life as motivators, supporters, and idols. On top of all of that, I am beyond blessed to call you all my friends.

The lessons I learned from each and every one of you will affect me for my whole life. You all hold such a special place in my heart. Thank you for being there for me unconditionally. Thank you for showing me what a team is. Thank you for helping me believe in myself like you all believed in me. I know we will all be a little better than we were because we had each other. This school year wouldn't have been the same without you. I know you will be able to strive to be bigger and better than you ever thought you could be.

I love you all so much and appreciate everything you've done for me. Thank you.