I sometimes say I am in a relationship with boxing.

- Marlen Esparza

I thought that when I won the Olympic trials I was going to be the happiest person in the whole world. And I was happy. But it wasn't like I thought …

- Marlen Esparza

I don't have to think. My only job is to show up and win.

- Marlen Esparza

I look forward to continuing to be a role model to women across the country and helping them have confidence in all they do in the ring, on the court…

- Marlen Esparza

If you really know... what you want and how to get there, then everything else really falls into place.

- Marlen Esparza

I used to be so aggressive, but after a while I started learning. It's not that I know how to adapt, but I know all styles of fighting so I can chang…

- Marlen Esparza

If I look good then I feel good and if I feel good, then I'll fight good.

- Marlen Esparza

As an athlete, confidence makes me more competitive and helps me perform better.

- Marlen Esparza

If no one thinks you can, then you have to.

- Marlen Esparza