I think every time I go in a game, I have added something positive. I have gotten a rebound or made a defensive play. That is what I try to focus on. – Rebecca Lobo
Athletes who take to the classroom naturally or are encouraged to focus on grades should be able to do well in the classroom. I believe the reason you go to college is to get your degree. It’s not a minor league or an audition for the pros. – Rebecca Lobo
I like being on the floor, listening in on the huddles. It makes me feel like a player again. – Rebecca Lobo
In third grade, I was taking tap-dance lessons, and about six weeks before the recital I wanted to quit. My mom said, ‘No, you’re going to stay with it.’ Well, I did it, and I was bad, too! But my parents never let their kids walk away from something because it was too hard. – Rebecca Lobo
I am being taken care of by a higher being than myself or my coaches or my training staff. – Rebecca Lobo
There’s nothing masculine about being competitive. There’s nothing masculine about trying to be the best at everything you do, nor is there anything wrong with it. I don’t know why a female athlete has to defend her femininity just because she chooses to play sports. – Rebecca Lobo
My goals have gone from being an all-star to just being able to play basketball. I always took for granted that I could play. Now I know what a gift it is. – Rebecca Lobo
I have no regrets about my career or retiring. Not once have I thought ‘Gosh, I wish I was back on the court. – Rebecca Lobo
People have to understand what my game is. It’s not all about numbers. There’s a bigger picture here. I don’t create off the dribble. I rely on my teammates; my role is to set screens and get rebounds. – Rebecca Lobo
