GETTING TO KNOW HECHT

Favorite Hobbies/Activities: Playing sports

Favorite Movie: Remember the Titans

Favorite Meal: Steak and potatoes

Favorite TV Show: SportsCenter

Favorite Professional Sports Team: Detroit Tigers

His Biggest Supporter(s): His parents

Person he most admires: His father because, "He always pushes me to do my best."

Q&A WITH HECHT

What does it mean for you to represent the United States? "I'm humbled and honored to play for an incredible country." 

What do you most enjoy about softball? "I enjoy bonding with my teammates, learning from them and playing the game."

How did you get started playing softball? "Don Petro and Corey Haubenstricker helped me get started."

Who were your softball role models growing up? "The Hecht family"

Did you play any other sports growing up? "Baseball, football and basketball"

What is the best piece of advice you ever received? "Word hard and never give up"

What has been your proudest accomplishment? "Making the USA Softball Junior Men's National Team"

What's your personal motto? "Always believe in yourself"