Carli Lloyd Interview

Gold medalist and US Women's National Team Member Carli Lloyd, who has just won US Soccer 2008 Female Athlete of the Year ( U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year award is the highest honor awarded to soccer players in the U.S.) is the next star to take part in the LMS interview.

LMS: How old were you when you first started playing soccer and who/what inspired you to play?
Carli Lloyd: "I started playing soccer when i was 5 years old. "

LMS: What has been your career highlight to date?
CL: "My career highlight has been winning the 2008 olympics and getting my first gold medal."

LMS: What is the best/worst game you have played in and why?
CL: "I have had many good games and many bad games but it is important for me to take away the good in my bad games and work harder the next time. you can't always play well every game but you must evaluate when you are not playing well and keep it simple and find other ways to be successful. "

LMS: Do you have any superstitions or pre-match rituals before a soccer match?
CL: "I don't have any superstitions just drinking a lot of water prior and stretching a lot and making sure i mentally prepare for the game."

LMS: What advice would you give to someone thinking about getting involved in women and girls soccer?
CL: "Try it out, and have fun no matter what."

LMS: What are your hobbies/interests when you are not playing soccer?
CL: "I like to golf, shop, hang out, watch movies, play the wii, and scrapbook."

LMS: In your opinion, how has women's soccer progressed since you first started playing and what would you like to see for the future of women's soccer?
CL: "Women's soccer has evolved so much especially around the country, players are becoming so good and the competition is so much harder."

LMS Member Questions:

Rebecca: Chicago is my town and i am really excited for you to come to chicago. Do you like the Chicago Redstars team so far and have you met all the players on that team?
Carli Lloyd: "I think I will love the Chicago Red Stars team. We haven't started yet but the prospective players seem really nice and really talented. I know its going to be the best place for me!"

AJ Hickman: How did it feel to come back to the US with the gold medal around your neck?
Carli Lloyd: "It felt amazing to come back with a gold medal. The best accomplishment of my career. I will never forget that day I was standing on the podium with my teammates. I pinch myself sometimes and say wow I really am an Olympic Champion."

LMS: Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions. Good luck in the upcoming Women's Pro League.
Visit Carli's Official Website: www.carlilloyd.com