First, there was no bitterness after Salt Lake City, she did what she needed to do.

That would be a nightmare for me to have to replace Val. Bethany Hart was ready. I know she could have done just as good a job. But I didn't want to kick Val out. I left it up to her to decide if she could do it. She knew what was at stake, and she came through.

The emotions, you can't explain them.

Nobody comes in here not wanting to win a medal. It's definitely a daydream, coming across the line, seeing that No. 1 on the clock, feeling that excitement. Everyone thinks of that. If I win a medal, I'll have enough press. If I don't, I won't care.

Everybody knows Jen went about it the wrong way. But really, all of it was blown out of proportion by the media.

I always wanted to be a driver because I wanted more control. I hated being a brakeman because you have no control. I'm extremely excited about going to the Olympics.

It's different. There's really no rhythm to it. It's all mixed up from short to long to combinations.

It's amazing to be here as a soldier and as a civilian as well. I just hope it lifts the spirits of every soldier out there. It's a great thing to win a medal for your country.

I do like being in control. I definitely enjoy being a driver. As a brakeman, you're kind of expendable. That's why I wanted to be a driver.